Alcaraz won the Japan Open for the first time

The 67th win of the year - the most on the ATP Tour - helped Alcaraz win the eighth title of the season. This is also the 24th cup in Carlitos' career, helping him and Alexander Zverev become the players born after 1990 to win the most titles.

"Without a doubt, this is my best season so far ", Alcaraz said after defeating Fritz. "Eight titles in 10 finals is the result of my hard work. I didn't start the season well, struggling with my emotions, but I came back thanks to the people around me. I'm really proud. "

In the Japan Open final, Alcaraz argued with referee Fergus Murphy after he warned the Spaniard for delaying his serve in game three. Alcaraz clarified that he had just gone through a series of tough balls, ending the score at the net and needed time to move and regain strength. The 22-year-old tennis player was harsh with referee Murphy by saying: "You have probably never played tennis in your life ".

However, Alcaraz did not lose focus. He broke Fritz's serve in game nine and won the first set. This was a set where Alcaraz played extremely well with his forehand with seven winners and only four unforced errors.

Before entering the second set, Fritz needed medical assistance for left thigh pain. The American player once again needed injury care after the third game. This problem limits Fritz's ability to move and makes him really struggle against Alcaraz's diverse fighting style. On the opposite side, Alcaraz exploited Fritz's difficulties with small drops. This was also the solution that brought the last two points in the match to Alcaraz.

Nine days after being defeated by Fritz in the Laver Cup, Alcaraz successfully regained revenge. Winning for the ninth consecutive time appearing in the finals of participating tournaments, Alcaraz has the perfect stepping stone towards the Shanghai Masters, an event starting from October 1.