Cue the cheers! Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz has breezed into the US Open quarter-finals for the second year running, flexing his five major titles with a straight-sets win over France’s Arthur Rinderknech in the iconic Arthur Ashe Stadium. Meanwhile, two-time Grand Slam champ Barbora Krejcikova staged a jaw-dropping comeback to join the last eight.
Alcaraz: Energy + Power = 🔥
At 22, Alcaraz is on fire. He dismantled Rinderknech 7-6, 6-3, 6-4, refusing to drop a set so far. “The energy here in New York is special,” he said, soaking up that day-to-night-court vibe that gives you goosebumps – kind of like catching a BTS concert in Mumbai. People are always there, screaming and waving flags at all hours. He’s loving it and playing his best game yet.
Milestones and Matchups
With this win, Alcaraz has now snapped up quarter-final berths in all four Grand Slams in one season – an Open Era first in the men’s game. He’s also the youngest guy ever to reach 13 major quarter-finals. Next up: Czech rising star Jiri Lehecka, who upset Adrian Mannarino earlier in the day.
Krejcikova’s Epic Comeback
Czech star Barbora Krejcikova, a two-time Grand Slam champion, was literally a few points away from packing her bags. Down match point, she unleashed a fearless backhand that shifted the momentum and pushed her to a 2-6, 7-6, 7-5 victory over Marion Bartoli. Talk about clutch! 😮
What’s Next?
- Alcaraz vs. Lehecka: Can the 22-year-old keep the party rolling?
- Krejcikova’s QFs Challenge: Will her late-game magic hold up against another top seed?
- Djokovic Watch: Big Nole is waiting in the wings for a potential semi-final classic.
Whether you’re streaming highlights on your phone during a commute in Jakarta, or catching live scores between coffee breaks in Bangalore, the US Open buzz is real. Stay tuned for more epic rallies and jaw-dropping comebacks – this is tennis at its finest, and the world is watching. 🌍🎾
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Reference(s):
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