Alcaraz Dominates Paul to Reach French Open Semifinals

PARIS, France — Carlos Alcaraz advances to the semifinals of the 2025 French Open after defeating Tommy Paul in straight sets during the quarterfinals on June 3, 2025. The match took place at Court Philippe-Chatrier, where Alcaraz showcased his dominant skills, winning 6-0, 6-3, 6-4.

The defending champion Alcaraz, ranked No. 2 in the world, started strong against the 12th seed Paul, breaking his serve multiple times to establish a commanding lead. “I remember every match I’ve played against him has been really tough,” Alcaraz said, reflecting on their past encounters, hinting at the rising tension throughout the match.

Paul, who has been nursing an injury throughout the tournament, displayed resilience but struggled to keep up with Alcaraz’s speed and power. “Every point against Alcaraz is going to be a battle,” Paul noted, recognizing the challenges posed by his opponent’s aggressive play.

Alcaraz wasted no time in asserting his dominance. He broke Paul’s serve early in the first set and maintained pressure throughout, leaving little room for error. Paul, despite hitting powerful shots, often found himself on the defensive, unable to counter Alcaraz’s aggressive forehand.

After securing the first set in just 26 minutes, Alcaraz continued to capitalize on Paul’s errors, breaking him again in the second set. Paul managed to hold serve in competitive games, but it was not enough to mount a comeback.

In the third set, the tone remained similar, with Alcaraz consistently applying pressure and forcing Paul into difficult positions. Paul finally managed to break serve once but could not hold onto his momentum.

<p“Carlos played exceptionally well tonight,” said Paul after the match, acknowledging Alcaraz's skill and form. “He was definitely at his best.”

The victory sets up Alcaraz for a semifinal showdown against Lorenzo Musetti, who advanced after defeating Frances Tiafoe. With this win, Alcaraz is now one step closer to defending his Roland Garros title, aiming for his fifth Grand Slam title overall.

This match proved crucial for Alcaraz, showing not only his excellence on clay but also his readiness to face tough opponents in the upcoming rounds. Fans eagerly anticipate the next phase of the tournament as Alcaraz continues to chase history.