Carlos Alcaraz's Act of Sportsmanship Highlights French Open Victory
Source: news.source.sunstar
Carlos Alcaraz, the defending champion at the French Open, demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship by self-reporting a rules violation during his fourth-round match against Ben Shelton, ultimately securing a victory after a competitive and intense game. The incident occurred when Alcaraz's racket, which he had flung in frustration, accidentally hit the ball, leading him to concede the point to Shelton. Despite the momentum shift, Alcaraz managed to save multiple break points and win the match in four sets, advancing to face Tommy Paul in the quarterfinals.
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Carlos Alcaraz admitted to a rules violation during his match against Ben Shelton at the French Open.
Alcaraz's racket accidentally hit the ball after he flung it in frustration, and he conceded the point to Shelton.
Despite the momentum shift, Alcaraz saved multiple break points and won the match in four sets.
The match showcased a high level of competition between the two young players known for their powerful hitting.
Alcaraz will next face Tommy Paul in the quarterfinals.
