Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz suffered a stunning second-round defeat at the US Open, falling to unseeded Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp in straight sets. Alcaraz admitted to a lack of energy and struggled with his game, attributing the loss to a combination of factors, including fatigue and a need for more preparation time before major tournaments.
Botic van de Zandschulp, a Dutch player ranked 74th, stunned the tennis world by defeating top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz in the second round of the US Open, ending Alcaraz’s 15-match Grand Slam winning streak.
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz suffered a shocking second-round defeat at the US Open, falling to unseeded Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp in straight sets. The Spaniard’s 15-match winning streak at Grand Slams came to an end as Van de Zandschulp displayed impressive defense and composure to secure a historic victory.
