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Alcaraz beats Tommy Paul to reach US Open quarters

9/7/2026

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Summary

Alcaraz Advances

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Tommy Paul 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 to reach the US Open quarterfinals.
The win extended his major match-winning streak to 18 consecutive games.
He recorded 33 winners, a 164 km/h forehand and a 67% first-serve rate.
Alcaraz said he feels back to full power after a four-month wrist injury.
His hard-court major win rate rose to 86.79%, the third-best in the Open era.

Summary

Paul Targets Quarterfinal

Paul entered his US Open match seeking his first quarter-final, a career milestone.
He is one of five American men still alive hoping to end a 23-year Grand Slam drought.
He carried a five-match losing streak against Alcaraz into the match.
Paul said he always believes he can beat top players before the match.
His wife, influencer Paige Lorenze, posted US Open photos that earned his “Woah” comment.

History

Historical Context

At the 2003 US Open (August 25–September 7), Andy Roddick captured his sole Grand Slam, defeating Juan Carlos Ferrero as Ferrero assumed the world No. 1 ranking. The tournament was the first since 1971 without defending champions Sampras or Serena Williams, highlighting a shift that now drives USTA investment in emerging American future talent development.

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Alcaraz Advances

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Tommy Paul 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 to reach the US Open quarterfinals.
The win extended his major match-winning streak to 18 consecutive games.
He recorded 33 winners, a 164 km/h forehand and a 67% first-serve rate.
Alcaraz said he feels back to full power after a four-month wrist injury.
His hard-court major win rate rose to 86.79%, the third-best in the Open era.

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