World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz wasted no time stamping his authority at the Cincinnati Open, defeating Serbia’s Hamad Medjedovic 6-4, 6-4 in the Round of 32. The Spanish star looked sharp from the first ball, dictating rallies with his explosive forehand and sharp court coverage.
Alcaraz broke early in both sets, applying relentless pressure on Medjedovic’s serve. The Serbian fought hard to stay in contention, showcasing powerful baseline play, but struggled to match Alcaraz’s consistency in key moments.
The two-time Grand Slam champion’s ability to mix heavy topspin with sudden changes of pace kept his opponent guessing, while his 80% first-serve win rate gave him control throughout the match. Despite a few spirited exchanges, Medjedovic couldn’t find the breakthrough he needed.
With this win, Alcaraz marches into the last-16 in Cincinnati, aiming to fine-tune his game ahead of the US Open. His next opponent will need to be ready for an all-out battle against a player in full flight.
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