Alcaraz on Top, WTA up for grabs plus Olympics talk with Roddick

Andy Roddick discusses Carlos Alcaraz's dominant performance, unexpected wins, challenges, Olympics impact, and the US Open prospects. They also discuss the upcoming US Open and the impact of college tennis on the sport.

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Andy Roddick reflects on the second week of the tournament, highlighting the standout performance of Carlos Alcaraz. Alcaraz left a lasting impression on the sport with his dominant play and ability to bounce back from set losses.

The hosts also discussed the unexpected wins in the men’s and women’s doubles, the challenges faced during the rain-affected event, and the impact of the Olympics on tennis players. The unpredictability of the women’s tournament and the changing perception of doubles specialists were also touched upon.

Alcaraz’s impressive performance against Novak Djokovic in the final was a highlight, with his improved serve and resilience being key factors in his victory. The hosts also discussed the upcoming US Open and the prospects of various players, including Iga Swiatek, Sabalenka, and Emma Raducanu. The final section focused on the varying priorities among tennis players regarding the Olympics and other tournaments, with some players prioritizing it and others viewing it as just another event. The hosts also touched upon the impact of college tennis on the sport and the upcoming season.

Carlos Alcaraz in 2024

Carlos Alcaraz

54 - 13win/loss

Hard
22-5
I Hard
7-3
Clay
17-4
Grass
8-1
21 year old
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2024 Highlights

Now the world no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 14th of July when he defeated world no.2 Novak Djokovic 6-2 6-2 7-6(4) in the final in Wimbledon to win his 16th career title.

At present, during this year Carlos has managed to achieve a compiled 33-6 match record. Carlos clinched 3 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open and Wimbledon.

Alcaraz
Wimbledon
Alcaraz's Record

Novak Djokovic in 2024

Novak Djokovic

37 - 9win/loss

Hard
15-5
I Hard
1-0
Clay
16-3
Grass
5-1
37 year old
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2024 Highlights

Currently ranked no.2, Novak played his last encounter on the 14th of July when he was defeated by world no.3 Carlos Alcaraz 6-2 6-2 7-6(4) in the final in Wimbledon (draw).

This year Djokovic has achieved a compiled 23-7 win-loss record. Novak Djokovic’s latest run in Wimbledon was the best achievement of his season.

Djokovic
Wimbledon
Djokovic's Record

Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic played each other 6 times. Their record is 3-3.