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'Smart, Aggressive' Alcaraz Into US Open Last 16
- On Friday, defending champion Carlos Alcaraz defeated China's Yibing 6-3, 6-4, 6-1 at Flushing Meadows, advancing to the fourth round of the U.S. Open.
- Returning from a five-month wrist injury, the Spaniard extended his Grand Slam match-winning streak to 17 and is bidding for a third title at Flushing Meadows.
- World No. 113 Yibing challenged Alcaraz during the two hour and 20 minute match, in which Alcaraz committed 33 unforced errors. "I think today there was a really high rhythm," Alcaraz said.
- Victory sets up a fourth-round meeting with American 20th seed Tommy Paul, who advanced by defeating Alexander Bublik in five sets.
- Despite missing the French Open and Wimbledon due to injury, Alcaraz remains optimistic about his recovery. "Physically, I thought I was going to be dead after the first match, but I'm recovering really well," he said.
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Carlos Alcaraz offered a blunt, laughing explanation for the extra layer he wore Friday at the U.S. Open. The defending champion’s loose brown Nike tank top, a Travis Scott x Cactus Jack collaboration, kept slipping during his first two matches and exposing his chest. The kit quickly became an online sideshow. Former WTA player Eugenie …
The Murcian tennis player caught the attention of social networks not only because of his expected return after his wrist injury, but because of his attire at the US Open.
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