Join Tanya Aldred for updates as Carlos Alcaraz looks to bounce back from his opening defeat by Casper Ruud when he faces the Russian No 8 seed.   13:43 First set: Rublev 3-4 Alcaraz* (*denotes next server) A high-stakes rally sends the heavy breathing Alcaraz from corner to corner,

On Monday, Casper Ruud rolled over Carlos Alcaraz in the first round of the ATP Finals. After losing in straight sets to Ruud, Alcaraz gave three excuses for his poor play. One of the most important reasons was his health.

Alcaraz faced Rublev twice on the professional tour. The Spanish champion won their first clash at the ATP Finals last year, while the Russian prevailed in their last match at the Mutua Madrid Open this season. It is worth mentioning that Carlos was not in top form in Madrid due to a forearm injury.