Carlos Alcaraz expressed his bewilderment following his unexpected defeat to Cameron Norrie at the Paris Masters. Alcaraz, the highly favored Spanish player, suffered a surprising loss to his British counterpart in a challenging three-set match.
The match marked a significant upset in the tournament and gave Norrie a notable milestone in his professional career. Alcaraz, visibly frustrated during the game, even had a heated exchange with his coach at one point.
Sky Sports commentator Naomi Broady noted the tension between Alcaraz and his coach during the match. Despite winning the first set, Alcaraz failed to regain his form, allowing Norrie to take control and secure a remarkable 4-6 6-3 6-4 victory.
Reflecting on his performance, Alcaraz attributed his defeat to a flawed tactical approach on the slow court in Paris. He admitted that he struggled with his game and felt disconnected from the ball throughout the match.
Alcaraz acknowledged Norrie’s strong performance, praising his opponent for fighting well and capitalizing on opportunities. Norrie, in his post-match interview, expressed his delight at the victory, highlighting it as a significant achievement in his career, especially defeating a top-ranked player like Alcaraz.
Norrie shared his satisfaction at overcoming challenges and staying resilient to secure the win, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in his victory.
