Alexandra Eala becomes Philippines' first Grand Slam junior tennis champion
NEW YORK: Alexandra Eala became the Philippines' first Grand Slam junior champion at the US Open on Saturday (Sep 10), using her idol Rafael Nadal for inspiration.
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US Open 2022: Alex Corretja on why 'it's very difficult' to play Carlos Alcaraz ahead of final with Casper Ruud
Eurosport expert Alex Corretja hailed Carlos Alcaraz for continuing his outstanding progress and «explosive» style of play heading into his US Open showdown against Casper Ruud. Alcaraz takes on Ruud in Sunday's final, as the Spaniard aims to secure his first Grand Slam in the early stages of what appears to be a hugely-promising career in the sport.
US Open 2022: ‘He’s quicker than any player I’ve seen’ – Mats Wilander explains how Carlos Alcaraz is the ‘full package’
Eurosport expert Mats Wilander believes Carlos Alcaraz is the “quickest player” he has ever seen, which is one reason why he has risen up the rankings so quickly. Alcaraz will play in his first Grand Slam final at the US Open on Sunday after a hat-trick of five-set wins, including an epic semi-final victory over Frances Tiafoe. Ad The Spaniard will face Norwegian Casper Ruud, with the winner becoming the new world No.
US Open Final: Explosive Carlos Alcaraz meets solid Casper Ruud for title and top ranking
Carlos Alcaraz, explosive and electric, and all of 19, will go up against the solidity of the second-generation tennis pro - Casper Ruud in a winner-takes-all US Open final.
No fear as Carlos Alcaraz eyes childhood 'dream' in US Open final
The 19-year-old Spaniard tackles Casper Ruud in a winner-takes-all final with both men chasing a maiden Slam crown and the top ranking. "I'm not afraid of the moment," said Alcaraz, the youngest finalist at a Slam since compatriot Rafael Nadal won the French Open in 2005. In a tournament which saw Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer fail to make the start, and four-time winner Nadal falling at the last-16 hurdle, Alcaraz has flourished in his status as champion-in-waiting.
Eala channels ‘idol’ Nadal to become Philippines’ first Slam winner
NEW YORK: Alexandra Eala became the Philippines’ first Grand Slam junior champion at the US Open on Saturday, using her “idol” Rafael Nadal for inspiration.
US Open 2022: ‘The perfect scenario’ – Kim Clijsters on Carlos Alcaraz and Casper Ruud playing for world No. 1 spot
Eurosport expert Kim Clijsters says the US Open final between Carlos Alcaraz and Casper Ruud is the “perfect scenario” as the winner will not only win their maiden Grand Slam title, but also become the new world No. 1. Five players had an opportunity to become the world No.