Barcelona Open: Alcaraz and Tsitsipas Vie for Title

The Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell is shaping up for a final that pairs a rising duo with a seasoned champion. Carlos Alcaraz and Stefanos Tsitsipas are set to duel for the title in the 70th edition of this storied event. With Rafael Nadal absent, the field still promises edge-of-seat drama, and many observers expect the top seeds to deliver a championship clash that lives up to the event’s lofty reputation. Alcaraz aims to defend his 2023 title and reclaim a Barcelona trophy after last year’s triumph, while Tsitsipas hopes to convert near-misses into a first major breakthrough, including a landmark win over Nadal in earlier seasons.