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Alcaraz Gets Past 733rd-Ranked Tarvet in Straight Sets at Wimbledon
- Carlos Alcaraz defeated world number 733 Oliver Tarvet 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 to reach the third round at Wimbledon on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
- Tarvet, a 21-year-old British qualifier in only his second major main draw match, earned admiration for his tenacity despite his low ranking and limited experience.
- Alcaraz praised Tarvet’s game style, noting he had to play his best tennis and applauded Tarvet warmly after the match amid a supportive home crowd.
- Alcaraz extended his winning streak to 20 matches on tour, and said, "I knew I had to play my best tennis," emphasizing respect for his opponent’s performance.
- Alcaraz’s victory advances the defending five-time Grand Slam champion through Wimbledon’s early rounds, while Tarvet concludes his breakthrough run with £99,000 prize money earned.
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Tarvet won't turn pro yet, despite pushing Alcaraz at Wimbledon
LONDON: British amateur Oliver Tarvet said facing Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon was the “most special day” of his life, but the world number 733 has no intention of turning professional just yet. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
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|LONDON (AP) — At least for one game, it seemed that Carlos Alcaraz would face another surprisingly difficult encounter on Wimbledon's central court.
Defender of the title Carlos Alcaraz has easily moved into the third round at the tennis classic in Wimbledon! On Wednesday, the 22-year-old Spaniard was about 6:1, 6:4, 6:4 against the British local hero Oliver Tarvet. In the third round, the French Open winner met either the German misolicer Jan-Lennard Struff or the Canadian Felix Auger-Aliassime. "I'm very happy!" Alcaraz praised the 21-year-old Tarvet, the number 733 of the world and colleg…
Alcaraz ends Tarvet's Wimbledon adventure, Paolini crashes out
Carlos Alcaraz spoiled Oliver Tarvet's Wimbledon adventure as the defending champion moved into the third round with a 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 win over the British amateur, while last year's runner-up Jasmine Paolini became the latest star to crash out on…
Alcaraz Dominates Despite Tarvet's Tenacious Surprises at Wimbledon | Sports-Games
Alcaraz Dominates Despite Tarvet's Tenacious Surprises at Wimbledon Carlos Alcaraz demonstrated his dominance at Wimbledon by defeating world number 733 Ollie Tarvet with a decisive 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 victory. Alcaraz, encouraged by a supportive home crowd, overcame Tarvet's relentless efforts and commendable defense.Tarvet, undeterred by his low ranking, believed he could challenge anyone, including the formidable Alcaraz. Despite fleeting moments o…
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