2024 US Open Men’s Singles

[Fabresque]

Lol if this is his level vs Botic VdZ I shudder to think what would happen vs an actual top player with this performance.

Even if he gets through today wtf is he gonna do vs Djokovic/Sinner/Zverev/Medvedev

 

[ACE of Hearts]

Carlos has been utter garbage on HC for a year . Also why on earth he's returning from stand ?lol

That I don’t get. No urgency. I really think he thought he just needed to show up. His serve has been mediocre tonight.

 

[NoleFam]

He would blast away these kinds of players on clay or grass but hardcourt is a different beast to master because it's neutral and everybody can play on it.

 

[NeutralFan]

1. Carlos’ box is way too happy down 0-2

2. I could watch videos of that stringing room all night.

His te.is.full.pf leeches , especially JCF who is totally useless. Carlos hasn't improved tactically in one.and.half year, especially on HC

 

[Alcawrath]

Lol if this is his level vs Botic VdZ I shudder to think what would happen vs an actual top player with this performance.

Even if he gets through today wtf is he gonna do vs Djokovic/Sinner/Zverev/Medvedev

Beat them like he did the last time he played each of those four in slams...

 

[Lleytonstation]

Carlos has been utter garbage on HC for a year . Also why on earth he's returning from stand ?lol

Maybe, just maybe... He is...

 

[Baseline_Bungle]

I have my doubts. The guy has a deer in the headlights look. I think he really underestimated this guy.

Tough to underestimate his chokery...

 

[Bisquick]

Botic looks taller than 6 ft 3 in….,oh and Carlitos requested the roof be closed

 

[NeutralFan]

That I don’t get. No urgency. I really think he thought he just needed to show up. His serve has been mediocre tonight.

He was returning well from baseline at Wimbledon and then started to copy Nadal from Wimbledon, it gives him less time and chance to break if he return from stand.

 

[ACE of Hearts]

If he goes away here in straight sets i will be disappointed.

 

[roysid]

Biggest upset looming

 

[jarko111]

Botic hits an ace first time this uso?
Or
Carlos wins this in 5?

What’s more likely?

 

[Serve&Bash]

This place always has the funniest hot takes whenever an upset is on the horizon.

 

[nolefam_2024]

He would blast away these kinds of players on clay or grass but hardcourt is a different beast to master because it's neutral and everybody can play on it.

Not even grass

Grass this year is no proof. Nole was coming from injury

 

[ultimathule]

These first few games should tell where we're headed

 

[GhostDog]

My concerns about Carlos poor recent play coming to fruition. Dumbfounded.

 

[Fabresque]

Beat them like he did the last time he played each of those four in slams...

Beat them, with this level? Sinner will eat him for breakfast

 

[Baseline_Bungle]

Whatever happens Botic didn't embarrass himself tonight. He has not had a good year. He doesn't seem cocky at all. Just playing good tennis.

That's an understatement! He was talking about retiring just a few months ago...

 

[marc45]

again, go back to the poster who was trying to convince us clay is his weakest surface

 

[TennisFan3]

It boggles my mind that people think that this Alcaraz can challenge Novak.
Novak would beat this Alcaraz in straights every single day and twice on Sunday.

Sounds like there is not much competition for Novak. There is no other ATP player who can consistently beat Novak in 5 sets in slams.

Expect Novak to win several more slams.

 

[NoleFam]

Not even grass

Grass this year is no proof. Nole was coming from injury

He's the 2 time defending Wimbledon champ. He's the best grass player in the world right now.

 

[Racquet_smash]

Believe it or not, he doesn't actually play laughable tennis when he's won his majors.

But almost every time he's gotten away with some laughable performance. Even at Wimbledon he could have lost to Tiafoe had he been a somewhat decent opponent. Same goes at RG vs Sinner or Zverev, or 2 years ago vs, well, almost everybody.

 

[nolefam_2024]

He's the 2 time defending Wimbledon champ. He's the best grass player in the world right now.

Yes sadly dude sadly

 

[NeutralFan]

Not even gonna respond, If you think you can wins slams without point construction then…

He's too good that's why he won slams ,plus era is a clown era. You're can't see lack of point construction in his game lol.

 

[KingCarlitos]

Alcaraz gon’ lock in and advance.

 

[TheSlicer]

Agreed, but it'll be the difference between a career like the big 3 or a career like Agassi. If Carlos learns how to be disciplined early in matches he can be unstoppably dominant. If he doesn't, I fear he'll continue to ride rollercoasters of hot and cold.

Yes, but if you remember the Big 3 at their age, they werent all than consistent either, he Will improve this, i have no doubt

 

[ACE of Hearts]

The guy needs a break early but he won’t break if he’s sitting behind the lap of a fan. Lol

 

[Alcawrath]

Beat them, with this level? Sinner will eat him for breakfast

If he gets past this one I wouldn't expect poor play to continue. One, VDZ is playing incredible tennis, two, if you've never watched Alcaraz in slams this is common in early rounds. His play can be a rollercoaster

 

[NoleFam]

Yes sadly dude sadly

The game always moves on at some point. Djokovic is really old in tennis terms. He couldn't hold that crown forever.

 

[nolefam_2024]

70% chance raz wins today but in this form sinner can paste him

 

[ACE of Hearts]

Can someone tell this guy to stop standing so far behind the baseline.

 

[nolefam_2024]

The game always moves on at some point. Djokovic is really old in tennis terms. He couldn't hold that crown forever.

I am not talking about Djokovic.

 

[TheSlicer]

Can someone tell this guy to stop standing so far behind the baseline.

He needs time man, he doesnt have compact strokes

 

[ACE of Hearts]

70% chance raz wins today but in this form sinner can paste him

Naw man. He’s cooked. He’s standing way too far behind the baseline on the return

 

[KingCarlitos]

He's too good that's why he won slams ,plus era is a clown era. You're can't see lack of point construction in his game lol.

He’s not good because he slams balls, Point construction plays a part in being good at tennis.

 

[beltsman]

I will be stunned if Alcaraz comes back to win this.

When you play like a tornado, don't be surprised when you wreck yourself.

 

[nolefam_2024]

Naw man. He’s cooked. He’s standing way too far behind the baseline on the return

Yes he is no Federer. He is nadal clone, obviously he will stand back.

 

[MaluTapiMau]

it's carlos. he'll come back if he breaks in this set.

 

[nolefam_2024]

it's carlos. he'll come back if he breaks in this set.

Carlos will most likely win today.

 

[The Devil probably]

Raz has a herculean task ahead of him.

 

[caprivi]

Maybe he and Osaka can split a session with Medvedev's therapist.

 

[Tennis Fan States63]

Man...tough volley get from CA.....but that attempt perhaps costs him a BP chance.

 

[Bubcay]

Kinda like 2023 Wimbledon F, We know how that went.

Well, now he is two sets down...

 

[Lleytonstation]

I am not talking about Djokovic.

Having second thoughts?

 

[Bisquick]

Botic hits an ace first time this uso?
Or
Carlos wins this in 5?

What’s more likely?

Ace from Botic - might even come on a second serve.

 

[ACE of Hearts]

What a horrible match. I think Alcaraz needs to be more humbled more.

 

[tennisjedi]

VDZ absorbing Alcaraz's pace really well.

 

[TheSlicer]

VDZ absorbing Alcaraz's pace really well.

Yep, he returning everything

 

[ACE of Hearts]

VDZ absorbing Alcaraz's pace really well.

Alcaraz is not giving him any new looks. No adjustments.

 

[vokazu]

Why is Ferrero so quiet? He usually yelled out instructions to Carlos. Botic is on fire tonight!