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Alcaraz Triumphs Over Rinderknech, Extends Record to 14-0

3/10/2026

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Carlos Alcaraz defeated Arthur Rinderknech 6-7(6), 6-3, 6-2 at the BNP Paribas Open in two hours and 19 minutes, extending his season record to 14-0.
He faced a break in second set but recovered to secure victory.
Alcaraz said, "I got in trouble, to be honest," and credited his mental strength for the comeback.
He will next face Casper Ruud, the 13th seed, and they hold a 5-1 head-to-head record.

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Carlos Alcaraz defeated Arthur Rinderknech 6-7(6), 6-3, 6-2 at the BNP Paribas Open in two hours and 19 minutes, extending his season record to 14-0.
He faced a break in second set but recovered to secure victory.
Alcaraz said, "I got in trouble, to be honest," and credited his mental strength for the comeback.
He will next face Casper Ruud, the 13th seed, and they hold a 5-1 head-to-head record.