Carlos Alcaraz’s Medical Timeout at the 2025 US Open
Carlos Alcaraz, the young Spanish tennis sensation, momentarily concerned fans during his third-round showdown at the 2025 US Open when he requested a medical timeout. Known for his dominating performance leading up to this match, Alcaraz had swept through his earlier opponents with remarkable ease, losing only ten games in total—an impressive average of just 1.6 games lost per set.
Match Highlights
Despite his dominance, the potential for an injury to disrupt his path to another US Open final loomed large. Alcaraz won the first set against Luciano Darderi convincingly. However, up 4-3 in the second set, he called for a medical professional. Following a pause in play at 5-4, a physiotherapist attended to him, and after some assessment, Alcaraz took a medical timeout, citing discomfort in his right knee.
Fortunately for both Alcaraz and his supporters, the medical break seemed to have a positive effect. He returned to the court and showcased his skill by winning the match decisively with a score of 6-2, 6-4, 6-0.
Post-Match Reflections
In a post-match interview, he reassured fans that the knee issue was merely a precaution, saying, “I felt something in the knee, but after five or six points, it was gone. I asked the physio to check on it, but I felt good overall.”
Alongside discussing his physical condition, Alcaraz also reflected on the challenges of his early match time in Arthur Ashe Stadium, where he kicked off the day’s first encounter at 11:30 a.m. He admitted that mornings aren’t his strong suit, humorously noting, “I’m not a morning person… It’s difficult for me to wake up early, so I just focused on starting strong and awake.”
Looking Ahead
Looking ahead, Alcaraz is set to benefit from his early match schedule as he prepares for his fourth-round encounter against Arthur Rinderknech, who recently bested Alexander Zverev at Wimbledon. With both Daniil Medvedev and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina out of the tournament, Alcaraz remains a favorite to advance deep into the competition, all while ensuring he stays fit and ready to compete at his best.
As the tournament progresses, fans will be keenly watching how he manages his fitness and navigates what could be yet another memorable US Open campaign.
