Korda Downs Alcaraz in French Open Thriller
Sub-Headline: American Qualifies for Fourth Round After Epic Four-Set Battle
In a thrilling display of tennis, American Sebastian Korda stunned third-seeded Carlos Alcaraz of Spain in the third round of the French Open on Friday. Korda, who had to qualify for the tournament, came back from a set down to secure a 6-4, 6-4, 1-6, 6-3 victory.
Alcaraz, who had been struggling with an injury, showed signs of fatigue early in the match. Korda capitalized on his opponent's vulnerability, taking the first two sets with relative ease. However, Alcaraz fought back in the third set, dominating his opponent with his powerful forehand and relentless pace.
Korda refused to be intimidated by the rising star in the fourth set. He broke Alcaraz's serve early and maintained his advantage throughout the set. The American sealed the victory with a backhand winner down the line, setting up a fourth-round clash with Norwegian Casper Ruud.
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