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Cramping Alcaraz beats Zverev in epic to reach final

Cramping Alcaraz beats Zverev in epic to reach final

Summary

Carlos Alcaraz won a challenging match against Alexander Zverev to reach the Australian Open final. The match lasted over five hours, and Alcaraz overcame cramping and a tough opponent to secure victory. If he wins the final, Alcaraz could become the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam.

Key Facts

  • Carlos Alcaraz defeated Alexander Zverev in five sets (6-4, 7-6, 6-7, 6-7, 7-5) to reach the Australian Open final.
  • The match lasted five hours and 27 minutes.
  • Alcaraz experienced cramping during the match and took a medical timeout.
  • Pickle juice was used by Alcaraz to help with his cramps.
  • Alexander Zverev led in the fifth set but couldn't hold his lead.
  • If Alcaraz wins the final, he will be the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam.
  • Alcaraz will face either Novak Djokovic or Jannik Sinner in the final.

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