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With US Open Hype Reaching Fever Pitch, John McEnroe Hopes for Yet Another Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz Spectacle

Published 08/24/2023, 1:22 AM EDT

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Imagine a tennis court buzzing with excitement, where two relentless players are about to go head to head. One is Novak Djokovic, a tennis legend known for his grit. The other is Carlos Alcaraz, a young star who has made quite an impact with two Grand Slams already in his bag. This clash is what another tennis legend John McEnroe really hopes to see at the US Open.

In a world where anything can happen on the tennis court, the dream of playing Djokovic-Alcaraz at Flushing Meadows is just like a bullet about to hit the mark. Now that audiences have had a taste of what this particular match-up looks like – not once, but multiple times – they just can’t have enough.

John McEnroe’s dream US Open final clash: Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz

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The rivalry between Djokovic and Alcaraz has grown over the past year and a half. They played each other four times, winning two matches each. The tournament has become more exciting as Alcaraz, only 20, won his first Wimbledon title in a tight five-set match against Djokovic. With the US Open scheduled to start on August 28, McEnroe openly shared his excitement about the potential clash between these two amazing players.

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The tennis legend said, “What Alcaraz has done in the last year is unbelievable. He’s put himself in a position where you talk about him in the same way as Novak and Rafa [Nadal] in a way which is incredible,” as reported by Eurosport. McEnroe’s admiration for Alcaraz’s talent and his acknowledgment of Djokovic’s greatness show how much anticipation surrounds the tournament and this potential match.

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One cannot help but remember the showdown a few nights ago. Cincinnati witnessed yet another chapter of this enthralling saga. In the match, Djokovic rallied back from the brink of defeat to conquer Alcaraz. The final was etched into history as the longest best-of-three sets match in the Western and Southern Open‘s history, spanning close to four excruciating hours. Djokovic showcased his unwavering resilience, ultimately clinching the 39th Masters title of his illustrious career.

Djokovic’s pursuit and Carlos Alcaraz’s potential

The impending US Open promises an electrifying showdown. Djokovic, on a quest for his 24th Grand Slam singles title, has already made his mark by emerging victorious in the Australian Open and the French Open earlier this year. Yet, standing resolute in his path is Carlos Alcaraz. The young sensation not only halted Djokovic’s Wimbledon aspirations but also went toe-to-toe with him in Cincinnati.

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As the tennis world waits for the big moment at Flushing Meadows, one thing is for certain. The hopes of tennis legends like McEnroe, Djokovic’s untethered ambition, and Alcaraz’s immense potential will etch an incredible story.

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Ansh Tandon

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Ansh Tandon is a Tennis Writer at EssentiallySports. Ansh received his undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and has been working in content creation for 2+ years. Before Ansh stepped into sports journalism, he was a professional tennis player, honing his skills in national level tournaments for the past 12 years as an active AITA athlete.
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