US Open tennis: Alcaraz, Sabalenka, Pegula and Medvedev advance on day six - as it happened
Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz has advanced to the next round of the US Open after a high-rhythm performance. He expressed satisfaction with his physical recovery and is preparing to face American Tommy Paul.
Why it matters
The US Open is a major global sporting event, and the performance of top-ranked players significantly impacts the professional tennis landscape.
“Could be better? Yeah,” admits Carlos Alcaraz . “But overall I’m really proud and happy with the performance.”
double quotation mark Today was a really high rhythm. The way he plays is unbelievable, he has really good rhythm. I played aggressive, I played smart – in the toughest moments.
I’m better than I thought. Physically, I thought I was going to be bad after the first match but I’m recovering really well. My level is really good. I’ve got that rhythm of competition.
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