Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the US Open quarterfinals on Sunday with a straight-sets victory over American 20th seed Tommy Paul. Alcaraz won the match 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 in a high-voltage hit-fest at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
The 23-year-old, second-seeded Alcaraz appeared closer to his brilliant best during the match. This impressive fourth-round win marks a continuing return from a long-term injury.
With this victory, Alcaraz remains firmly on track to secure back-to-back titles at Flushing Meadows.