Carlos Alcaraz advances while Djokovic and Zverev exit Paris Masters
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Carlos Alcaraz continues his run at the Paris Masters, defeating Alex Michelsen 7-6(4), 6-3. The world number three's victory comes amid significant losses for top players, including Djokovic, who fell to Rinky Hijikata, and Zverev, who was eliminated by Lorenzo Musetti. Despite the upset, Alcaraz focuses on his match strategy and the competitive atmosphere of the tournament. He acknowledges the challenges of adapting to the fast court conditions. Alcaraz aims for a quarter-final return, with Matteo Berrettini as his next opponent.
- •Alcaraz beats Michelsen in round of 16 at Paris Masters
- •Zverev loses to Musetti, Djokovic falls to Hijikata
- •Alcaraz highlights the tough competition in the draw
- •Next match for Alcaraz is against Matteo Berrettini
- •Alcaraz seeks to reach quarter-finals for the first time since 2022
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Carlos Alcaraz reacts as Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev suffer shock defeats at the Paris Masters
"Carlos Alcaraz remains in the Paris Masters draw, while a number of top players including Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev crashed out. Alcaraz beat Alex...
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