Tennis

ATP roundup: Carlos Alcaraz battles past Marin Cilic to advance in Qatar Open

World No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz overcame a tough challenge against former World No. 3 Marin Cilic, securing a 6-4, 6-4 victory in the opening round of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open in Doha on Monday. The Spaniard had to dig deep in the second set, trailing with Cilic on the verge of a 5-3 lead. However, Alcaraz mounted an impressive comeback, saving three break points at 0-40 before winning 14 of the next 19 points to close out the match. His resilience was on full display, saving five of six break points throughout the contest.