Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz defeated Casper Ruud 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the Japan Open 2025 semifinal with a thrilling comeback. A stunning down-the-line forehand in the final set wowed the crowd and went viral on social media. Known for his aggressive play, Alcaraz's explosive shot-making helped seal the win. He will now face Taylor Fritz in the final.