Alcaraz roars in Rotterdam against an imposing Hurkacz

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Carlos Alcaraz is already in the final of the ATP Rotterdam 2025 after defeating the formidable Hubert Hurkacz, who brought out the best in the Spaniard by showcasing a level of tennis that he hadn't displayed in some time due to a challenging period with injuries. After 2 hours and 23 minutes, Alcaraz prevailed 6-4 6-7 6-3 in a match that had it all.

The decision of Carlos Alcaraz to compete in an indoor tournament following the Australian Open didn't seem overly wise, yet he is now in the final of the ATP Rotterdam 2025, where he will face Alex de Miñaur in the final. The Spaniard's week has had its ups and downs, but in the upcoming match, he will undoubtedly be the top favorite.

- Hubi struck first, and swiftly

The court lit up in a dazzling display of lights to welcome the players for what promised to be a match worthy of the occasion. Hurkacz started off on fire, even reaching a point to serve for a 5-0 lead. Carlos' only option seemed to be moving him from side to side, but it wasn't effective. Hubi's masterful serve dominated, and Carlos struggled to break through. The player from Murcia had doubts with his serve, even the marathon points were won by the Pole, until he unleashed the genius within.

- Genius emerged, but vanished at the worst moment

Hurkacz's strategy was effective, earning break points in every game until 2-4, but two strokes of genius from Carlos got him right into the match, assisting in an epic comeback in the set, which he won 6-4 after being down 1-4 and 0-40. Moving into the second set, Alcaraz continued with his excellent play and remarkable shots, delighting the somewhat reserved Rotterdam crowd. The Spaniard seemed to have everything under control, but the tiebreak can be deceptive. Securing a vital mini-break that seemed like the match's conclusion, Carlos experienced a setback with a double fault at the worst moment. Ultimately, the tiebreak went to Hurkacz 7-5.

- Carlos overcame the setback

It appeared that Carlos Alcaraz's aspiration of competing for the title in Sunday's final could fade away, but the player from Murcia knew he had to step up after facing adversity in the second set, breaking the Polish player's serve right at the beginning of the third set. The final set was relatively straightforward, underlining the lesson that nothing should be taken for granted until victory is secured. A competitor like Hubert Hurkacz can be a tough nut to crack, as he has shown today, being a well-rounded player with overwhelming talent. Alcaraz closed the match with a resounding "Vamos," a roar that everyone anticipated.

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