In an unexpected twist at the Cincinnati Open, tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz let his frustrations boil over as he smashed his racket on the court 🙈. The four-time Grand Slam winner fell to the evergreen Gael Monfils, who staged a thrilling comeback to win 4-6, 7-6(5), 6-4.
The match, which was suspended due to rain on Thursday night with both players locked in a tense second-set tiebreaker, resumed on Friday to the delight of fans. But things didn't go as planned for the 20-year-old Alcaraz, who admitted it was his \"worst match\" ever.
\"I felt like it was the worst match that I've ever played in my career,\" Alcaraz confessed. \"I've been practicing really well. I was feeling great. But I couldn't play. I want to forget it and try to move on to New York for the upcoming U.S. Open.\"
Trailing 3-1 in the tiebreaker when play was halted, Alcaraz hoped for a fresh start upon resumption. However, the second-seeded player couldn't regain his composure, and his emotions got the better of him.
The 37-year-old Monfils, known for his agility and flair on the court, took full advantage, sealing victory in a gripping three-set battle 🏆. The crowd was treated to vintage Monfils, reminding everyone that age is just a number.
This loss serves as a wake-up call for Alcaraz as he sets his sights on the upcoming U.S. Open. Tennis fans worldwide will be eager to see how the young star bounces back 🌟.
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Alcaraz smashes his racket after losing to Monfils at Cincinnati Open
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