In what was only their second meeting, the 31st-ranked American rallied from a set down to beat the second-seeded Spaniard 3-6, 7-6(4), 6-1 in two hours and 33 minutes. The head-to-head record between the two players now stands at 1-1.
Paul finished with five breakpoints, 30 winners, and 18 unforced errors, compared to Nadal’s three breakpoints, 25 winners, and 18 unforced errors. Asked whether he will participate in the upcoming Nitto ATP Finals, the 36-year-old gave a thumbs up in the post-match press conference. He stated that he would try to reach Turin early to get enough practice.
He further stated that for a player of his age, it could be the last time that he will take part in the year-end championships.
“I will not fight anymore to be No. 1” - Rafael Nadal
In a press conference ahead of the Paris Masters, World No. 2 Rafael Nadal was asked if dethroning Carlos Alcaraz as the No. 1 player was on his mind. The Spaniard, who has spent 209 weeks as the No. 1 player, was quick to set the record straight that he was no longer chasing the top spot.
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