World number one Carlos Alcaraz returned to competitive action with a commanding performance in Qatar, securing his first match since completing the Grand Slam poker in Australia. The young Spaniard needed just 1 hour and 47 minutes to overcome French opponent Arthur Rinderknech.
In other tennis news, Jaume Munar faces an extended absence of at least six weeks due to a right arm injury, forcing him to withdraw from upcoming tournaments in Doha, Dubai, Indian Wells, and Miami.