Alcaraz Shines in 100th Grand Slam; Sabalenka, Gauff Battle Through
In a remarkable display at the Australian Open, top-ranked player Carlos Alcaraz triumphed in his 100th Grand Slam match. He delivered a convincing performance against French competitor Corentin Moutet, winning with scores of 6-2, 6-4, and 6-1.
Alcaraz’s Milestone Victory
The young Spanish star continues to impress as he seeks his first title in Melbourne. Alcaraz has set his sights on becoming the youngest male player to secure championships at all four major tournaments. During his match, he executed a stunning ‘tweener’ shot that showcased his extraordinary talent.
Other Top Performers
- Aryna Sabalenka: The second seed survived a tough encounter with Anastasia Potapova, winning 7-6(4), 7-6(7).
- Coco Gauff: The American star overcame a first-set loss to defeat Hailey Baptiste with scores of 3-6, 6-0, 6-3.
- Alex de Minaur: The Australian reached the last 16 for the fifth consecutive year, defeating Frances Tiafoe 6-3, 6-4, 7-5.
- Alexander Zverev: The third seed continued his dominance over Briton Cameron Norrie with a 7-5, 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 victory.
Younger Talents Make Their Mark
Several young players also showcased their skills during the tournament. Iva Jovic, just 18, defeated seventh seed Jasmine Paolini, while 19-year-old Victoria Mboko advanced by beating Clara Tauson. Mirra Andreeva, another rising star, won against Elena-Gabriela Ruse.
Historic Moments
Alcaraz joked about the challenges posed by Moutet’s drop shots, humorously noting, “I thought we were in a drop-shot competition – but definitely, he won.” Meanwhile, Alex de Minaur emphasized his determination, stating, “As the years have gone by, I’m looking for more.”
Additionally, Daniil Medvedev marked a significant achievement by becoming the first player in this tournament to win after being two sets down, securing his match against Fabian Marozsan with a 6-7(5), 4-6, 7-5, 6-0, 6-3 scoreline.
Upcoming Matches
Looking ahead, Alcaraz is expected to face Tommy Paul, while Sabalenka prepares for a showdown with Victoria Mboko. As excitement builds, tennis enthusiasts eagerly await the next rounds of thrilling matches at the Australian Open.
