Carlos Alcaraz secured a 6-2, 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 victory over Li Tu in the US Open first round, extending his grand slam win streak to 15 matches. Alcaraz closed the match with confidence, hitting winners to advance to the second round. Tu put up a fight, but ultimately succumbed to Alcaraz’s dominance. Alcaraz broke Tu’s serve in the seventh game of the second set and continued to apply pressure throughout the match. Tu showed some resilience, but ultimately could not match Alcaraz’s level of play.
Alcaraz’s impressive performance sets him up for a potential deep run in the tournament, as he aims to become the third man in the Open era to win the French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open in the same year. Despite facing a player with less experience and ranking, Alcaraz remained focused and determined to secure the victory. The match took place in Arthur Ashe Stadium, with fans witnessing Alcaraz’s dominance on the court.
In other US Open news, Dan Evans claimed a historic victory over Karen Khachanov in a marathon match that lasted 5 hours and 35 minutes, breaking the record for the longest match in US Open history. As the day session transitioned to the night session, spectators witnessed intense battles and memorable performances from the players. Stay tuned for more updates as the tournament progresses.
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