Carlos Alcaraz youngest man reaching US Open quarterfinals without dropping set

Carlos Alcaraz has made history at the 2025 US Open by becoming the youngest man in the Open era to reach 13 Grand Slam quarterfinals, achieving this milestone at 22 years and 3 months old. He secured a straight-sets victory over Arthur Rinderknech, marking his fourth consecutive straight-sets win at the tournament and the first time he reached a major quarterfinal without dropping a set through the first four rounds. Alcaraz’s consistent performance this year includes reaching the quarterfinals of all four Grand Slams in the same season for the first time in his career, a feat that highlights his emerging dominance despite his own self-critical remarks about consistency. His next opponent is Czech player Jiri Lehecka, against whom Alcaraz holds a 2-1 head-to-head advantage, setting up a challenging match as Alcaraz aims to extend his winning streak. The Spaniard’s dynamic play, including impressive trick shots and resilience despite recent knee pain treatment, has captivated fans and experts alike, positioning him as a leading contender at the US Open. Meanwhile, top seed Jannik Sinner, who previously defeated Alcaraz at Wimbledon, is also advancing and may face Alcaraz in the championship round, setting the stage for a highly anticipated showdown.