Just a week ago, Carlos Alcaraz and Casper Ruud were on the same side of the court, teaming up in doubles at the Laver Cup. Now, the two will face off against each other in Tokyo, with a place in the final at stake. They both have worked their way through a solid field and are ready to bring contrasting styles to what promises to be an exciting semifinal showdown.

Casper Ruud had to dig deep in his opening round against Japan’s Shintaro Mochizuki, coming from a set down before finding his groove. Since that early stumble, the Norwegian has been unstoppable, winning every set and showcasing some of his best form since his title run in Madrid earlier this year. His straight-set victories over Matteo Berrettini and Aleksandar Vukic underlined his confidence, heavy topspin forehand, and physi

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