Carlos Alcaraz Calls for End to Late-Night Finishes

Carlos Alcaraz, a tennis player, has urged tournament organizers to cease playing matches late into the night. Alcaraz recently lost to Ben Shelton in a US Open quarterfinal that concluded at 3:33 a.m., marking the latest finish in tournament history. During an interview in London, Alcaraz expressed his dissatisfaction with the late finishes, stating that they are detrimental to players' recovery and disadvantage the opposing player.

The US Open typically schedules one night-session match per evening, typically beginning shortly after 7:00 p.m. However, in this year's quarterfinals, two day-session matches extended into the night, causing delays and further late finishes. Alcaraz argued that such late finishes negatively impact players' ability to recuperate and attract audiences, as many would have missed the match due to their work or personal obligations.

Wimbledon, one of the four Grand Slam tournaments, has avoided late-night finishes by adhering to an 11 p.m. curfew, unlike the other three Grand Slams.