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Carlos Alcaraz advances to US Open fourth round

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz defeated Wu and will face Tommy Paul in the fourth round.

4 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Carlos Alcaraz advances to US Open fourth round — Photo: Hameltion · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0

Spanish tennis player Carlos Alcaraz secured his place in the fourth round of the US Open by defeating Wu in straight sets. Alcaraz, the current champion of the tournament, showcased his dominance during the match and ensured victory convincingly.

Alcaraz's next opponent will be American Tommy Paul, who is ranked 21st in the ATP rankings. The matchup promises to be an interesting contest given the performances of both players so far in the tournament.

Alcaraz received praise for his gameplay and how he handled the pressure, maintaining focus and leading on the scoreboard throughout the match against Wu. His good form has raised expectations for the upcoming matches.

In the fourth round, the Spaniard will have the opportunity to defend his title, and fans are eager to see another high-level display from the young talent.

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