Carlos Alcaraz continued his remarkable rise by storming into the US Open semi-finals with a straight-sets victory over Czech player Jiri Lehecka, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4.
At just 22 years old, the Spaniard has already matched records set by legends like Bjorn Borg and Boris Becker, becoming the youngest man to reach 13 Grand Slam quarter-finals in the Open Era.
His performance against Lehecka was highlighted by audacious shot-making, including a behind-the-back winner that brought the Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd to its feet.
Alcaraz’s blend of athleticism, creativity, and mental resilience proved too much for his opponent, who struggled to cope with the relentless pressure.
The world No.
2 has yet to drop a set in the tournament, a testament to his consistency and growing dominance on hard courts.
Alcaraz’s confidence and flair have made him a fan favourite, and his semi-final clash with either Novak Djokovic or Taylor Fritz promises to be one of the defining matches of the event.
Speaking after the match, he admitted that while he sometimes practices trick shots, they often come naturally during play when opportunities arise.
With his infectious smile and fearless style, Alcaraz is emerging not only as a future No.
1 but also as the player most capable of carrying tennis into a new era after the Big Three.
His New York run reinforces his reputation as a generational talent ready to seize the sport’s biggest stages.
At just 22 years old, the Spaniard has already matched records set by legends like Bjorn Borg and Boris Becker, becoming the youngest man to reach 13 Grand Slam quarter-finals in the Open Era.
His performance against Lehecka was highlighted by audacious shot-making, including a behind-the-back winner that brought the Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd to its feet.
Alcaraz’s blend of athleticism, creativity, and mental resilience proved too much for his opponent, who struggled to cope with the relentless pressure.
The world No.
2 has yet to drop a set in the tournament, a testament to his consistency and growing dominance on hard courts.
Alcaraz’s confidence and flair have made him a fan favourite, and his semi-final clash with either Novak Djokovic or Taylor Fritz promises to be one of the defining matches of the event.
Speaking after the match, he admitted that while he sometimes practices trick shots, they often come naturally during play when opportunities arise.
With his infectious smile and fearless style, Alcaraz is emerging not only as a future No.
1 but also as the player most capable of carrying tennis into a new era after the Big Three.
His New York run reinforces his reputation as a generational talent ready to seize the sport’s biggest stages.
