US Open Rematch
Tommy Paul Seeks Statement Victory Against Carlos Alcaraz at US Open
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Key Points
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Alcaraz defeated Paul in their most recent Grand Slam meeting, winning in straight sets in the fourth round of the Australian Open in January, although the match was reportedly closer than the score indicated.
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Paul enters the rematch with confidence from having recently defeated top-seeded Alexander Zverev at the Cincinnati Open, a result that he said showed he is capable of beating elite opponents.
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Paul’s five-set win over Alexander Bublik came by a 6-4, 3-6, 6-7 (4), 6-1, 6-3 scoreline after Paul recovered from losing the third-set tiebreak.
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Alcaraz reached the fourth round by defeating Roman Safiullin, Jaume Faria and Wu Yibing, while Paul’s earlier victories came against Coleman Wong and Dino Prizmic before his five-set match with Bublik.
Tommy Paul will face Carlos Alcaraz in the fourth round of the U.S. Open on Sunday, seeking his first victory against the Spanish star in five straight meetings. According to Tennis365, Paul is expected to provide Alcaraz's toughest test since the second-seeded player's return from a knee injury. Paul reached the matchup with a grueling five-set victory over Alexander Bublik, winning 6-4, 3-6, 6-7 (4), 6-1, 6-3 after recovering from a lost tiebreak in the third set.
Paul has lost his past three Grand Slam encounters with Alcaraz, most recently falling in straight sets at the Australian Open in January. The 20th-seeded American, however, carries confidence from defeating top-seeded Alexander Zverev at the Cincinnati Open. Paul has beaten Alcaraz twice before — both times at the Canadian Open — and insists he can win despite facing one of tennis's most dominant players.
Paul's Path Through Five Rounds
Paul dispatched three opponents to reach the fourth round. He beat Coleman Wong and Dino Prizmic in earlier rounds before his epic battle with Bublik. The American recovered from losing the third-set tiebreak to win the match in five sets, showcasing the mental toughness he will need against Alcaraz.
Alcaraz Returns Strong From Knee Injury
Alcaraz has advanced comfortably through his opening matches. The second-seeded Spaniard defeated Roman Safiullin, Jaume Faria, and Wu Yibing without dropping a set, according to MorningChronicle. His performance suggests his knee injury has not slowed him down heading into this high-stakes fourth-round clash.
A Head-to-Head Record Heavily Favors Alcaraz
Alcaraz has dominated Paul in recent years, winning five straight meetings. Their most recent Grand Slam match came at the Australian Open in January, where Alcaraz won in straight sets. However, reports suggested the match was closer than the scoreline indicated. Paul's only two wins over Alcaraz came at the Canadian Open, proving he has found success against the Spaniard in specific conditions.
Paul Believes He Can Beat Elite Opposition
Paul enters Sunday's match with genuine belief. His recent victory over Zverev at Cincinnati demonstrated he can defeat top-ranked players. Paul has said he approaches the rematch believing he can win, despite Alcaraz's status alongside Jannik Sinner as one of tennis's dominant forces. The match is scheduled for September 6 at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
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