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Despite Shock Loss, 20YO Carlos Alcaraz Channels Inner Roger Federer to Pull off an Insane Feat at Canadian Open

Published 08/13/2023, 2:57 AM EDT

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In the high-speed universe of tennis, some special moments on the court can enrapture fans and leave them stunned. Recently at the Canadian Open, 20-year-old Carlos Alcaraz displayed his remarkable abilities. The young Spaniard managed to pull off a shot that even Roger Federer would be pleased with. Alcaraz’s dazzling shot left the group in wonder and added a bit of wizardry to the competition, despite his disappointing outing.

On the courts of the Canadian Open, Alcaraz found himself locked in a wild match against Tommy Paul. Regardless of the power of the match, Alcaraz figured out how to pull off a shot that sent waves of shock all through the arena. It was a shot that appeared to challenge the laws of physics. The shot had been mastered by none other than the legend, Roger Federer.

Carlos Alcaraz stuns and unleashes Roger Federer’s spirit with incredible shot at Canadian Open

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The viral clip of Carlos Alcaraz’s surprising tweener winner spread quickly across many social media platforms. The shot enthralled fans and athletes around the world. The similarity with Federer, a player known for his legendary skills on the court, just elevated Alcaraz’s accomplishment.

The young Spaniard showed incredible expertise and imagination at a crucial point in the match. With his opponent, Tommy Paul, hitting a lob that appeared to be out of the reach of the Spaniard, Alcaraz rushed to answer with a staggering tweener shot.

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The tweener, a shot played between the legs, requires incredible reflexes and timing. Alcaraz executed it impeccably, leaving both the crowd and commentators surprised. The trending Insta reel read, “It’s giving Federer from the 2009 @usopen semi-final 🔥.(via @tennistv | @atptour)#baselinehighlights #tennis #alcaraz #paul #federer #carlosalcaraz #tommypaul #nbo23 #usopen.”

While Alcaraz might have eventually lost the match to Paul, his tweener shot turned into an awe highlight of the match. It exhibited his readiness to face challenges and play whimsical shots under tension. In a recent interview, Severin Luthi, long-time coach to Roger Federer, shed light on an interesting part of Alcaraz’s play.

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In a conversation with the Swiss German-language newspaper Blick, Luthi showered praise on the young Spanish superstar. He also indicated an area that still offers room for improvement – his service games.

Luthi expressed his admiration for Alcaraz’s versatile playing style and the excitement he brings to the court. However, he noted that Alcaraz experiences occasional fluctuations in his service games.

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Luthi emphasized that Alcaraz possesses a well-rounded skill set. It made him a strong contender for numerous Grand Slam titles. He also mentioned the unpredictable nature of the future in the world of sports. Luthi acknowledged the potential for unexpected developments and the emergence of new talents.

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Dr Aditya Raveendran Menon

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Aditya Menon is a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports, covering several high-profile tournaments and events. With a passion for writing that matches his love for the sport, he has a special interest in covering the activities of tennis legends like Serena Williams and the ‘Big Three’ of men’s tennis. Aditya’s interest in tennis started at a young age when his father introduced him to the sport.
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Tony Thomas