Alcaraz shines in 100th Grand Slam match; Sabalenka dominates tiebreak

Alcaraz impressed spectators throughout with aggressive yet controlled play, featuring perfect drop shots, dazzling twinners, and sharp passing shots, giving Moutet no opportunity. The 22-year-old Spaniard, pursuing his first Australian Open title at Melbourne Park, has been in dominant form since the tournament began. He is now among the favorites to become the youngest to win four Grand Slam titles.

After the match, Alcaraz said maintaining focus in every moment of a Grand Slam is challenging, but staying calm is key to success. He noted that regaining rhythm in the second set was particularly important. In the fourth round, Alcaraz will face US player Tommy Paul.

In the women’s category, two-time Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka had a tough match against Anastasia Potapova. Despite several set points in the second set, Sabalenka won the tiebreak 7-6 (7) to maintain a 21-match undefeated streak in tiebreaks. She will face Victoria Mboko in the Round of 16.

Daniil Medvedev made a dramatic comeback in the men’s draw, winning after losing the first two sets against Hungary’s Fabian Marozsan to secure a spot in the Round of 16. Kazakhstan’s Yulia Putintseva defeated Turkey’s Zeynep Sonmez in three sets to reach the last 16 in the women’s singles.