Alcaraz, eliminat la Shanghai de un adversar din afara Top 30. Alexander Zverev devine marele câștigător

Carlos Alcaraz was unexpectedly eliminated from the Shanghai Masters by Belgian Zizou Bergs, who won in straight sets. This defeat impacts the ATP rankings, ensuring Alexander Zverev will finish 2026 as the world number one. Bergs, aged 27, achieved a significant career victory, defeating Alcaraz 7-5, 7-6(4). He showcased strong serving and resilience, especially in the tie-break. This win levels their head-to-head record at 1-1, and Bergs is now one win away from matching his previous year's quarter-final performance. He will face either Valentin Vacherot or Tommy Paul next.