During the Laver Cup doubles match alongside Casper Ruud against Reilly Opelka and Alex Michelsen, Carlos Alcaraz produced one of the most spectacular shots of the tournament. With Michelsen positioned just two meters away at the net, the Spaniard executed a delicate drop volley that left both his opponent and the crowd stunned.
The Chase Center erupted in disbelief as fans and teammates witnessed the extraordinary touch.
Team Europe left speechless
Even members of Team Europe, watching from the bench, were visibly shocked by the audacity and precision of the shot. The play highlighted Alcaraz’s creativity and instinct, qualities that continue to set him apart on the biggest stages.
It has to be seen to believed 🤯@carlosalcaraz | #LaverCup pic.twitter.com/XvIY9dzlZf
— Laver Cup (@LaverCup) September 21, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
LWWWWLWWWW Currently the world no.1, the Spaniard played his last match on the 21st of September when he defeated world no.21 Francisco Cerundolo 6-2 6-1 in the round robin in the Laver Cup (draw).
Presently, during this year Carlos has an overall 62-7 win-loss record. The Spaniard has won 7 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati and U.S. Open. Carlos reached the final in Barcelona and Wimbledon.
Casper Ruud in 2025
Currently the world no.12, the Norwegian played his last match on the 22nd of September when he surrendered to world no.89 Raphael Collignon 6-4 3-6 3-6 6-4 7-5 in the 2nd round of the U.S. Open (draw).
Presently, during this year the Norwegian achieved a composed 30-12 match record. This year, Ruud won 1 tournament in Madrid. Ruud reached the final in Dallas.
He is also scheduled to play in Shanghai (Shanghai Rolex Masters). The main draw will start on the 1st of October.
ATP U.S. Open - Casper Ruud's projected path
Carlos Alcaraz and Casper Ruud played each other 5 times. The head to head is 4-1 for Alcaraz.
