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Exclusive: Carlos Alcaraz says mid-match ‘calm down’ was key to first Grand Slam title at US Open 2022

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Carlos Alcaraz has admitted to Eurosport that he “got a little tense” in the middle of the US Open final against Casper Ruud on his way to a maiden Grand Slam title.

Alcaraz won the opening set 6-2, but then lost the second 2-6 before winning a crucial third set tie-break, which proved to be the final swing in momentum to set him up for victory.

Ad His win means the 19-year-old has usurped Daniil Medvedev as the world No. 1 after an incredible rise up the ATP rankings.

US Open'Hard to believe' — Ruud praises 'rare talent' Alcaraz after US Open final defeat26 MINUTES AGO “It’s incredible to have this trophy in my hand and be No.

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