Third-ranked Carlos Alcaraz showcased his athleticism and skill, defeating Daniil Medvedev 7-5, 6-3, to reach the China Open final, extending his head-to-head record against him to 6-2. Alcaraz noted, 'I felt great on the court once again, so I'm really happy about it,' expressing satisfaction with his performance in the semi-final.
Paula Badosa, with a remarkable performance, dominated US Open finalist Jessica Pegula 6-4, 6-0, reaching her eighth career quarter-final in a WTA 1000 event. Badosa admitted, 'She's one of the players I never want to face... I prepared myself for a battle, but I think today everything worked pretty well.' This victory is especially significant as she achieved her first win over Pegula.
Badosa's performance was impressive, turning the match around from 3-1 down in the first set to winning 11 of the last 12 games. She emphasized the importance of every point, underlining the challenge posed by Pegula's ability to stage a comeback at any moment. 'Every point was very important for me... because she can come back at any moment,' Badosa stated, showcasing her mental readiness in high-stakes matches.
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