Carlos Alcaraz beats Jiri Lehecka to win Japan Open tennis title in Tokyo

In Tokyo, Japan, Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jiri Lehecka 7-6(4), 6-4 in the Japan Open final on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, to retain his title. This was Alcaraz's third ATP title of the year, following wins at the Australian Open and Qatar Open. The victory was especially significant as it came after a nearly five-month layoff due to a wrist injury. Alcaraz, ranked world number three, overcame a slow start to secure his 27th career title, becoming the first man to win back-to-back Japan Open titles since Pete Sampras in 1993-94.