Carlos Alcaraz says he’s “right here to entertain” after producing one other sensible efficiency to beat Jiri Lehecka and attain the US Open semi-finals.
The Spaniard took lower than two hours to beat the Czech 6-4 6-2 6-4 at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York.
The five-time Grand Slam winner laid down an early marker by breaking world quantity 21 Lehecka within the opening sport and displayed a laser-like focus all through the match.
However Alcaraz nonetheless discovered time for some showmanship through the victory, thrilling the gang together with his astonishing repertoire of shot-making.
“Generally I play a shot that I shouldn’t play in that second but it surely’s the best way I really like enjoying tennis,” Alcaraz, 22, advised Sky Sports activities.
“I wish to play strong, play nicely and play sensible however on the identical time when I’ve the chance to play an awesome shot – or a sizzling shot, for instance – why not?
“I am right here to entertain the individuals, myself and the group.”
Second seed Alcaraz will both face fourth seed Taylor Fritz or 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic for a spot within the remaining.