Sat Feb 22 07:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Alcaraz Advances at Qatar Open Despite Setback
**DOHA, Qatar** – Top seed Carlos Alcaraz secured his place in the Qatar Open quarterfinals Wednesday, overcoming a second-set challenge from Luca Nardi to win 6-1, 4-6, 6-3. The world number three acknowledged a dip in energy in the second set, praising Nardi’s resilience. Alcaraz will face Jiri Lehecka in the next round.
Other notable results from Wednesday’s matches include second seed Alex de Minaur’s straight-sets victory over Botic van de Zandschulp, setting up a quarterfinal clash with Andrey Rublev. Daniil Medvedev (fourth seed) also progressed, defeating Zizou Bergs 6-2, 6-1, and will play Félix Auger-Aliassime. Jack Draper secured his quarterfinal berth with a commanding win over Christopher O’Connell (6-2, 6-1), and will now face Matteo Berrettini, the first-round upset victor over Novak Djokovic, who advanced after a three-set win over Tallon Griekspoor.
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