Carlos Alcaraz on revamped U.S. Open mixed doubles event
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Novak Djokovic lands with Carlos Alcaraz
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Big names fell early and unexpected teams broke through to steal the spotlight on Day 1 of U.S. Open mixed doubles play, headlining an electric opener packed with upsets and standout performances.
Tennis fans got treated to pure magic at the US Open mixed doubles, but sometimes even wizardry can’t save you from a disappointing exit. Carlos Alcaraz pulled off what might be the shot of the tournament – maybe the year – leaving his partner Emma Raducanu looking like she’d just witnessed actual sorcery.
World no. 2 Carlos Alcaraz hit the US Open complex less than 24 hours after conquering the Cincinnati Masters final over Jannik Sinner. Carlos would usually not rush his New York arrival this much after lifting a notable trophy.