In a display of talent and mastery, Carlos Alcaraz, the young tennis sensation, continues his path at the US Open. The Spanish tennis player achieved an impressive victory over Arthur Rinderknech with a score of 7-6 (3), 6-3, 6-4, securing his place in the quarterfinals.
This victory not only highlights his skill on the court, but also consecrates him as the youngest player in the Open era to reach 13 Grand Slam quarter-finals. Alcaraz, at just 22 years and 3 months old, surpasses tennis legends in this achievement.
“Sometimes, I practice it. I’m not going to lie,” Alcaraz confessed about the spectacular backhand he executed in the first set. “Although I don’t practice it much. Only in training, if the opportunity arises, I try it. In the match, it’s similar. If I have the opportunity, why not?”
Carlos AlcarazThe match against Rinderknech was full of memorable moments, including a point won with a backhand shot that left everyone speechless. Alcaraz demonstrated once again his ability for showmanship and his connection with the public. “A veces, lo practico. No voy a mentir”, dijo Carlos Alcaraz sobre el ganador de espaldas que logró en el primer set el domingo contra Arthur Rinderknech.In the quarterfinals, Alcaraz will face Jiri Lehecka, a 23-year-old Czech player who is also looking to advance in the tournament. Lehecka secured his place in this phase after defeating Adrian Mannarino.
Alcaraz and Lehecka have faced each other three times, with Alcaraz leading the head-to-head 2-1. It will be their first meeting in a Grand Slam tournament.
Alcaraz, with an impressive record at the US Open, has won 34 of his last 35 matches at the tournament level, including 10 consecutive victories since his defeat at Wimbledon. He has won 21 matches at the US Open, being the third with the most victories in his first five appearances in this tournament.
