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Carlos Alcaraz has advanced to the men’s singles gold medal match at the 2024 Paris Olympics after defeating Félix Auger-Aliassime with a convincing score of 6-1, 6-1. This marks his fourth consecutive victory over the Canadian player, showcasing his dominance in the tournament.
As the current World No. 3, Alcaraz has displayed exceptional performance throughout the competition at Roland Garros, the venue of the French Open. His upcoming final will be against the winner of the Novak Djokovic-Lorenzo Musetti match, offering him a chance to claim the gold medal.
If Alcaraz emerges victorious, he will make history by becoming the youngest man to win an Olympic tennis singles gold medal at the age of 21, surpassing the record set by Vincent Richards of the U.S. in 1924. His stellar form, including 12 consecutive wins, has positioned him as a formidable contender in the tennis world.
Against Auger-Aliassime, Alcaraz showcased his prowess by excelling in essential aspects of the game, such as first-serve points, break points converted, and return games won, highlighting his well-rounded skills on the court.
Djokovic’s knee concerns ahead of semifinal
In another key development, Novak Djokovic’s advancement to the semifinals came with concerns about his knee, as he dealt with issues during his quarterfinal match against Stefanos Tsitsipas. The 37-year-old’s physical condition will be closely monitored leading up to his crucial encounter with Musetti in the semifinals.
Djokovic expressed his apprehension, stating, “I’m concerned about the state of the knee,” raising questions about his fitness and ability to perform at his best in the upcoming matches.
No All-American final in men’s doubles
The hopes of an All-American final in men’s doubles were dashed as Tommy Paul and Taylor Fritz succumbed to a defeat in straight sets against Australia’s Matthew Ebden and John Peers. Their loss in the semifinals meant missing out on a potential showdown with fellow Americans Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram for the gold medal.
Despite their setback, Paul and Fritz will now compete for the bronze against Czechia’s Tomáš Macháč and Adam Pavlásek, aiming to salvage a medal in the doubles competition.
Świątek takes bronze
Elsewhere, Poland’s Iga Świątek clinched the bronze medal in the women’s singles event by defeating Anna Karolína Schmiedlová of Slovakia with a commanding score of 6-2, 6-1. Świątek, the top-ranked player in the world and a favorite for gold, rebounded from her semifinal defeat to secure a podium finish in Paris.
