Updated On: 29 April, 2023 09:22 AM IST | Madrid | IANS
The Spaniard defeated Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev en route to the title in Madrid last year, but didn't have things all his own way against the clean-hitting Finn in his opening match at this year's event

Spain`s Carlos Alcaraz returns the ball to Finland`s Emil Ruusuvuori during their 2023 ATP Tour Madrid Open tennis tournament singles match at the Caja Magica in Madrid. Pic/AFP
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz survived a major scare at the Madrid Open as he moved past Emil Ruusuvuori 2-6, 6-4, 6-2 to reach the third round, here on Friday
"It was really tough. I would say I was about to lose. It was just one point," Alcaraz said after the game.