Alcaraz overcomes challenge from Marozsan in four-set battle at French Open
Carlos Alcaraz, the defending French Open champion, secured a hard-fought victory against Fabian Marozsan in the second round at Roland Garros, advancing with a 6-1, 4-6, 6-1, 6-2 scoreline. The match, lasting two hours and 11 minutes on Court Philippe Chatrier, showcased Alcaraz’s clay court dominance and resilience. He started strong, claiming the first set in just 28 minutes with precise winners, including a deft drop shot. Marozsan, who had previously defeated Alcaraz on clay in Rome 2023, responded in the second set, using clever drop shots and breaking Alcaraz’s serve to level the match as the Spaniard’s focus briefly wavered. Alcaraz regained his rhythm in the third set, overpowering Marozsan in 23 minutes with aggressive play described as a muscular ballet. The fourth set saw both players exchange breaks, but Alcaraz sealed the win with a stunning sliding volley and consistent pressure. Marozsan, known for six career wins against top 10 players, challenged Alcaraz’s adaptability, but the world number one’s best of five format experience shone through. Alcaraz now leads their head to head 2-1 and extends his Roland Garros winning streak to nine matches. Reflecting post match, Alcaraz acknowledged the difficulty of adjusting to Marozsan’s tactics but was pleased with his elevated performance in the later sets, relishing the electric Roland Garros atmosphere. He advances to face either Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard or Damir Dzumhur in the third round, aiming to become the first man since Rafael Nadal in 2020 to defend the French Open title. Alcaraz’s blend of power, finesse, and mental toughness keeps him a formidable contender in the 2025 tournament.
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