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Alcaraz powers past Paul to reach US Open quarter-finals
Second-seeded Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the quarter-finals of the US Open with a dominant three-set victory over American Tommy Paul. The defending champion claimed a 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 win to extend his run at Flushing Meadows.
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Carlos Alcaraz has moved into the quarter-finals of the US Open after dispatching Tommy Paul in straight sets on Wednesday. The Spanish second seed, who is defending his title from last year's tournament, proved too strong for the American opponent, winning 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 in a commanding performance.
Alcaraz's victory marks his fifth appearance in the quarter-finals at Flushing Meadows, cementing his status as one of the competition's leading contenders. The 21-year-old maintained consistent pressure throughout the match, breaking Paul's serve at crucial moments to secure the decisive edge in each set.
The defending champion will now face his next opponent as he continues his pursuit of a second consecutive US Open title. Alcaraz has shown few signs of vulnerability in his run through the tournament so far, maintaining the form that has established him as one of tennis's elite performers.