Carlos
Alcaraz experienced a moment of fury as the second set of the
Cincinnati Open
final against
Novak Djokovic came to a close, resulting in a hand injury that
required the attention of a physiotherapist.
The two top
tennis players of the year engaged in an incredible match during the Cincinnati
Open final. The first set showcased a high level of play, and Alcaraz made a
notable comeback to take the lead in the match. With a one-game advantage in
the second set and Djokovic visibly struggling due to the heat, the situation
looked promising for the Spanish player.
However,
the 23-time Grand Slam champion elevated his performance and applied pressure
on Alcaraz, managing to secure a break and extend the match to a tie-break.
The
tie-break was intense, and Alcaraz even had a match point, but he couldn't
capitalize on the opportunity. Djokovic eventually clinched the tie-break with
a score of 9-7, leaving Alcaraz frustrated for not being able to seal the match
despite having everything in his favor.
Alcaraz's
frustration got the better of him, leading him to strike his hand in anger
while seated during the break before the third set. The world No. 1 had to call
for the physiotherapist to attend to his hand and provide necessary treatment.
The incident was a testament to the emotions running high in this high-stakes
match.
The turn of
events highlighted the intensity of the competition and the pressure both
players were under to perform at their best.