Alcaraz delivers statement win to reach US Open last eight
Carlos Alcaraz continues his return from long-term injury with a hugely impressive fourth-round win against Tommy Paul at the US Open.
In a dominant performance, Carlos Alcaraz has advanced to the last eight of the US Open with a comprehensive 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 victory over Tommy Paul. The 23-year-old Spaniard had been absent from competitive play for over four months due to a wrist injury, which had forced him to miss both the French Open and Wimbledon this summer.
Alcaraz's straight-set win extended his record of match wins at major tournaments to 18, including the US Open in 2021 and the Australian Open this year. Speaking on court, Alcaraz stated, "I think so" when asked if he is back to full power. Reflecting on his return to the sport, Alcaraz said, "Every time I come here, I play my best."
Former professional tennis player Jeff Tarango remarked that Alcaraz's wrist should be fine to handle Paul's powerful serve. If Alcaraz advances to the quarter-finals, he will face either Ben Shelton or Stefanos Tsitsipas, both of whom he has never lost to in professional competition.
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