Carlos Alcaraz charged into the first grass court quarter-final of his career on Thursday as the Spaniard defeated Czech Jiri Lehecka 6-2, 6-3 at Queen’s club.
The world No. 2 who is making his debut at the west London Wimbledon tune-up overcame a hefty total of 20 unforced errors – the same as his Czech No. 1 opponent.
But Alcaraz held steady to move into the 25th quarter-final of his young career after 85 minutes.
“:I’m really happy with the level I played today,” the winner said. “He’s a tough opponent and has a great game on grass.
“I’m happy I had a very solid match, I’m happy with my first quarter-final here in Queen’s.”
Alcaraz was playing only his eighth match on grass and now stands 6-2 on the unfamiliar surface.
The 20-year-old escaped some minor danger, saving three break points while leading a set and 3-1.
Alcaraz can take back the top ATP ranking from Novak Djokovic if he claims the trophy here on Sunday.
American outsider Ann Li produced the upset of her life on Wednesday, taking 10 match points…
Alexander Zverev will claim world year-end No. 1 honours for the first time on the…
John McEnroe has used a trip to Spain to come down hard on modern player…
Carlos Alcaraz will headline the field as the Australian Open stages its 1-Point Slam for…
Novak Djokovic is wisely choosing not to tempt fate, with the China Open winner withdrawing…
Novak Djokovic retained his magic touch at the China Open, winning his seventh title without…