Alcaraz Advances in Australian Open, Defeats Borges in Straight Sets

MELBOURNE, Australia — Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz secured a decisive victory over Portugal’s Nuno Borges in the third round of the Australian Open on Friday, January 17, 2025. The match, held at Rod Laver Arena, ended in straight sets with Alcaraz winning 6-3, 6-2, 6-4, showcasing his dominance on the court.

Alcaraz, the reigning Wimbledon champion, displayed a masterclass in precision and power, breaking Borges’ serve multiple times and maintaining a high first-serve percentage. “I felt really good out there today,” Alcaraz said after the match. “Nuno is a tough opponent, but I stayed focused and played my game.”

Borges, who entered the match with confidence after defeating Alexandre Muller and Jordan Thompson in earlier rounds, struggled to match Alcaraz’s intensity. “Carlos was just too good today,” Borges admitted. “I tried to put pressure on him, but he handled everything I threw at him.”

The victory marks Alcaraz’s second appearance in the Australian Open’s fourth round, equaling his best performance at the tournament. He now sets his sights on the next round, where he will face the winner of the match between Jack Draper and Aleksandar Vukic.

Elsewhere in the tournament, Spain’s Paula Badosa faced a tough challenge against Ukraine’s Marta Kostyuk, ultimately losing in three sets. Meanwhile, Roberto Carballés fought valiantly but fell to American Tommy Paul in a closely contested match.

Alcaraz’s performance continues to solidify his status as one of the sport’s brightest stars. With his sights set on completing the career Grand Slam, the 21-year-old remains a formidable contender in Melbourne.