In a surprising turn of events at the Miami Open quarterfinals, World No.2 Carlos Alcaraz faced a tough defeat against Bulgarian veteran Grigor Dimitrov, losing 6-2, 6-4. The young Spaniard, fresh off his triumph at Indian Wells, saw his hopes of achieving the Sunshine Double dashed in straight sets.
Alcaraz, only 20 years old, has been making waves in the tennis world with his swift rise and impressive performances. However, Dimitrov proved to be a formidable opponent once again, marking their second consecutive encounter where Alcaraz ended on the losing side.
Reflecting on his performance, Alcaraz shared his frustrations, saying, \"I felt like a frustrated 13-year-old searching for answers.\" He praised Dimitrov's play, stating, \"He played amazing tennis, almost perfect. I couldn't find solutions. I couldn't find a way to make him feel uncomfortable on the court. It was a great game from his side.\"
Despite the setback, Alcaraz remains optimistic about future matchups. He is already strategizing to adjust his game to extend his win-loss record against Dimitrov, aiming to turn the tables in their next meeting.
On the other side, Dimitrov's victory propels him to his fourth semifinal of the season. A win against Alexander Zverev could see him break into the top 10 rankings. Dimitrov emphasized the importance of staying present, saying, \"I'm not going to think from now what I can do. It's just very important to stay in the moment.\"
The Miami Open continues to showcase some of the best talents in tennis, and fans eagerly await the next chapters in the rivalries that define the sport.
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Felt like a 13-year-old, says Alcaraz after loss to Dimitrov in Miami
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