Alcaraz toughs it out to reach Wimbledon last 16
LONDON: Carlos Alcaraz was forced to dig deep on Saturday (Jul 8) to see off the challenge of Nicolas Jarry and reach the last 16 at Wimbledon.
Boris Becker Sport News
Wimbledon 2023: Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev, Aryna Sabalenka Enter Round Of 16
Carlos Alcaraz reached the last 16 at Wimbledon on Saturday after a tough battle against Nicolas Jarry as defending women's champion Elena Rybakina prepared to face Britain's last hope Katie Boulter. Rain returned to the All England Club, meaning play on Centre Court started under the roof. Top seed Alcaraz is seen as the biggest threat to Novak Djokovic, who is gunning for a record-equalling eighth men's title and 24th Grand Slam crown overall. But the Spaniard, who won the grass-court Queen's tournament last month, was made to work hard for the win by his Chilean opponent, seeded 25th, before prevailing 6-3, 6-7 (6/8), 6-3, 7-5. Alcaraz bounced back from losing his first set of the tournament to lead 2-1 but narrowly avoided going a double break down in the fourth set before rediscovering his mojo.
Alcaraz cruises into Wimbledon third round
LONDON: Carlos Alcaraz swept into the third round of Wimbledon on Friday, beating Frenchman Alexandre Muller 6-4, 7-6 (7/2), 6-3.
Wimbledon 2023: Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka Cruise Into Third Round
Carlos Alcaraz swept into the third round of Wimbledon on Friday, beating Frenchman Alexandre Muller 6-4, 7-6 (7/2), 6-3. The Spanish top seed, who reached the last 16 last year, is attempting to become the third-youngest player in the Open Era to win the title after Boris Becker and Bjorn Borg. The 20-year-old, seen as the greatest threat to defending champion Novak Djokovic, won his opening match against French veteran Jeremy Chardy on Tuesday. But heavy rain has played havoc with the schedule at the All England Club -- Djokovic, in action later Friday against Stan Wawrinka, is a round ahead of his rival.
Exclusive: Boris Becker predicts double-digit slam wins for Iga Swiatek after French Open triumph
Iga Swiatek can reach double-digit Grand Slam titles if she stays motivated, Boris Becker has told Eurosport. At the 2023 French Open, the 22-year-old reached the final without dropping a set. And on Sunday, she went on to win her third Roland Garros, defeating Karolina Muchova in three sets in the final.
Exclusive: Novak Djokovic shouldn't make it obvious he's vying for a Calendar Slam, says Boris Becker
It would be a «mistake' for Novak Djokovic to solely target a Calendar Slam, says Eurosport's Boris Becker. At the French Open, Djokovic beat Casper Ruud in the final to secure a record-breaking 23rd major title, surpassing Rafael Nadal and reclaiming the world No. 1 position from Carlos Alcaraz.
Novak Djokovic's French Open chances could rest on the weather at Roland-Garros - Boris Becker exclusive
Boris Becker feels the weather in Paris could have a big bearing on whether Novak Djokovic can win a 23rd Grand Slam at the French Open. The absence of Rafael Nadal from Roland-Garros has opened up the draw, with Becker feeling any player in the event could dream of victory. Ad Nadal’s absence prompted eyes to be drawn to Djokovic, who would break out of a tie with the Spaniard on 22 majors should he triumph in Paris in June.
Last of the 'Big Three' standing, Djokovic eyes Grand Slam record
Novak Djokovic enters the French Open amid a run of indifferent claycourt form but few would be surprised to the see Serbian great hoist the Musketeers' Trophy for a third time.