In a stunning display of skill and determination, Carlos Alcaraz secured his place in the US Open semi-finals by defeating Alexander Zverev.
Well, with this victory, Alcaraz has achieved an extraordinary feat that only Novak Djokovic has accomplished before.
Carlos Alcaraz has reached 3 major semifinals this year.
He joins 2007 Novak Djokovic as the only men age 20 or younger in the Open Era to do that. pic.twitter.com/muqTNcnNxD
— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) September 7, 2023
Carlos Alcaraz’s impressive win against Zverev has paved the way for an exciting semifinal against Russian powerhouse Daniil Medvedev.
Alcaraz’s victory came after a dominant performance, with a final score of 6-3, 6-2, 6-4.
Alcaraz’s remarkable journey to the quarterfinals has put him on a collision course with Djokovic.
If fate allows, fans might witness a thrilling rematch of this year’s Wimbledon final, where Alcaraz triumphed over Djokovic in a captivating five-set battle.
Carlos Alcaraz’s win against Zverev elevates his status as one of the sport’s rising stars. The 20-year-old Spaniard has now achieved a stunning feat, by making it to three grand slam semifinals in a single year.
With this he joins the elite ranks of Djokovic, and becomes only the second player aged 20 or younger to accomplish this incredible feat in the Open era.
Not only is Djokovic aiming for another title at Flushing Meadows, but he also has the unique opportunity to become the first man to win consecutive titles at this iconic venue since Roger Federer’s five-year reign from 2004 to 2008.
