Indian Wells: Nadal Pass Krgios’ Test To Reach Semifinal, Alcaraz Sends Defending champion, Norrie packing

Written By Uche Dozie

Rafael Nadal continued his blistering form this season taking his number of wins to 19-0 after conquering Nick Kyrgios in the match of the tournament 7-6(0), 5-7, 6-4 to reach an 11th semifinal in the desert.

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The Spaniard had to battle for three hours to go past the Australian wild card with a first set tie break and had to come back after losing the second set.

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The 35-year-old world number four has now reached his 76tu semi final masters and his on course for his fourth Indian Wells title.

He is will be up against his compatriot, Carlos Alcaraz who they both practiced together prior to the tournament.

“I think he’s unstoppable in terms of his career.He has all the ingredients. He has the passion. He’s humble enough to work hard. He’s a good guy. He remembers me a lot of things from when I was a 17, 18 year old kid, Nadal said of Carlos.

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Alvaro Carlos who will play Nadal next became the youngest semifinalist since Andre Agassi in 1988 after ending the title defence of defending champion Cameron Norrie 6-4, 6-3.

The 18-year-old Carlos Alcaraz with another electric and convincing victory have been the revelation of the tournament.

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Ahead of his match with his match against his countryman, Carlos says: “Well, it’s amazing to play against Rafa.

He’s my idol since I’m a kid, so it’s never easy to play Against him, but I think it’s going to be a great match. I think it’s a great experience for me to meet him in semifinal, here in Indian Wells”

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