Alcaraz's recent struggles on fast hard courts are a welcome reminder that he has plenty of runway to improve.

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The win put Carlos Alcaraz back into contention for a spot in the semifinals of the year-ending tournament for the top eight players, after he was beaten by Casper Ruud in straight sets in his opener.