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Defending Champion Alcaraz Zaps Zeppieri to Reach Second Round at French Open

  • Defending French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz, a 22-year-old Spaniard, won his first round match against Italian qualifier Giulio Zeppieri in Paris on May 26, 2025.
  • Alcaraz had to adapt to a last-minute change in his first-round opponent, as he was initially expected to face Kei Nishikori, who previously ranked as high as number four in the world.
  • He won in straight sets 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 on Court Suzanne-Lenglen, saving three break points and holding serve all 14 times during a match lasting just under two hours.
  • Alcaraz described his performance as "really, really solid," emphasizing he started well and maintained his pace while staying focused throughout the match.
  • By advancing to the second round against Fabian Maroszan, Alcaraz moves closer to defending his Roland Garros title and seeking a fifth Grand Slam crown.
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Alcaraz starts defense with win; USA's Fritz falls

Carlos Alcaraz opened his French Open title defense with a 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 win over Giulio Zeppieri.

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L'ÉQUIPE broke the news in Boulogne-Billancourt, France on Monday, May 26, 2025.
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