Tommy Paul Stuns Carlos Alcaraz to Snap 14-Match Winning Streak
Upset in Toronto
American Tommy Paul delivered a stunning upset in the National Bank Open in Toronto on Friday night, defeating the reigning US Open champion and world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets, 6-7(4), 7-6(7), 6-3.
Alcaraz, who had won 14 consecutive matches leading into the tournament, including his maiden Grand Slam title in New York, found himself outplayed by Paul in a thrilling three-set encounter. Paul, ranked 34th in the world, controlled the match from the baseline, dictating the pace and forcing Alcaraz to go for more errors than usual.
It was Alcaraz who claimed the first set after a tense tiebreaker, but Paul responded in the second, again taking the set in a tiebreaker and leveling the match. The American continued his impressive form in the third and decisive set, breaking Alcaraz's serve early and holding on for the victory.
Paul's victory is his biggest of the season, and it marks the first time he has defeated a world No. 1 player. The win will also give Paul a significant boost in the ATP rankings and will boost his confidence heading into the final stretch of the season.
For Alcaraz, the loss is a disappointing setback, but it is important to remember that he is still a teenager with a bright future ahead of him. He will have many more opportunities to win big titles and establish himself as the dominant force in men's tennis.
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