Carlos Alcaraz Eliminated at Paris Masters

Carlos Alcaraz, the French Open and Wimbledon champion, was defeated by local favorite Ugo Humbert in a thrilling 6-1, 3-6, 7-5 match at the Paris Masters, failing to reach the quarter-finals. Humbert's victory, supported by a lively home crowd, marks the first time a Frenchman has beaten a top-five player at this tournament since 2019. Alexander Zverev progressed to face Stefanos Tsitsipas after defeating Arthur Fils, while Holger Rune overcame Arthur Cazaux to advance. The tournament has seen several comebacks, with Alex de Minaur and Jordan Thompson also securing their spots in the last eight. Despite a strong start in earlier rounds, Alcaraz’s defeat highlights the unpredictability and excitement of the Paris Masters.