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Alcaraz opens Tokyo campaign against Michelsen as Nishikori readies farewell
Original: Alcaraz faces opening Michelsen test in Tokyo, Nishikori to play Tiafoe in farewell
Carlos Alcaraz will begin his Japan Open campaign in Tokyo against American Alex Michelsen, while home favourite Kei Nishikori is set to face Frances Tiafoe in what is billed as a farewell match. The draw pairs the world's top star with an in-form young challenger, and Japanese fans are preparing to bid goodbye to their long-standing tennis icon on home soil.
Why now: The Tokyo tournament draw has just been announced, combining Alcaraz's appearance with the emotional send-off for Nishikori.
Carlos AlcarazAlex MichelsenKei NishikoriFrances TiafoeTokyo
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