Alcaraz fires on all cylinders in New York

Diego Jiménez Rubio | 31 Aug 2025 | 21.55

Carlos Alcaraz in his match against Rinderknech at the US Open 2025. Photo: gettyimages.

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A compelling and brilliant victory for Carlos Alcaraz in the round of 16 of the US Open 2025, prevailing in straight sets with a score of 7-6 (3) 6-3 6-4 over a commendable Arthur Rinderknech who gave his best but ultimately succumbed to the absolute genius that is the Spaniard.

Facing the pivotal match that marks the midpoint of a Grand Slam is never easy, and in this US Open 2025, it was no different for Carlos Alcaraz. The Spaniard was aware of the danger posed by facing a player of the talent and aggressiveness of Arthur Rinderknech, equipped with enough weapons to discomfort anyone. However, the higher the demand, the better the current number 2 in the world is responding, aiming to leave New York at the top of the rankings.

Uncomfortable and disquieting. This is how opponents capable of hitting winners from the serve and displaying total offensive drive like the Frenchman can be described. Rinderknech knew he had to be aggressive, but he didn’t approach the match recklessly. Instead, he was determined to put up a strong fight, playing with order and demanding from Alcaraz from the baseline. Alcaraz did not find his rhythm at any point in the first set, but managed to reach the tiebreak and, once there, unleashed his full potential with precise and legendary tennis.

- Alcaraz ended with 36 winners and 11 unforced errors

It was a crucial morale and tennis boost for Carlos to resolve the tiebreak that way, allowing him to start the second set with more tranquility and confidence. He managed to step into the court more and assert his dominance, finding the right rhythm with his crosscourt forehand to confidently seek winners down the line. Rinderknech withstood the battle and even after losing his serve in the sixth game, he had opportunities to level the score. Carlos’ version emerged again to create distance and secure the partial victory.

The magic continued in the third set with the same pace. Sustained average level without any flashy plays to maintain equality, and when he decided to step up, he did it with a naturalness and strength only within reach of the best. He achieved the coveted break in the ninth game and confidently closed his qualification for the quarterfinals of the US Open 2025, punishing every slight mistake, or even none, from Arthur Rinderknech. The goal remains intact. Carlos Alcaraz keeps shining in New York.

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