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Alcaraz Survives Windy Battle to Reach Italian Open Final

5/17/2025

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Carlos Alcaraz triumphed over Lorenzo Musetti to reach the Italian Open final, battling through swirling winds and erratic bounces that led to a staggering 80 unforced errors. The challenging conditions have sparked criticism from players like Coco Gauff and Laura Robson, highlighting the struggle to adapt in such a tough environment.

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Carlos Alcaraz triumphed over Lorenzo Musetti to reach the Italian Open final, battling through swirling winds and erratic bounces that led to a staggering 80 unforced errors. The challenging conditions have sparked criticism from players like Coco Gauff and Laura Robson, highlighting the struggle to adapt in such a tough environment.