Summary
Carlos Alcaraz won a dramatic match against Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open semi-final. During the match, Alcaraz took a medical timeout, which led to some controversy as Zverev accused officials of favoritism. Alcaraz denied breaking any rules and advanced to his first Australian Open final.
Key Facts
- Carlos Alcaraz played against Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open semi-final.
- Alcaraz took a medical timeout for what appeared to be cramping, which is usually not allowed for just muscle spasms under Grand Slam rules.
- Players can take a three-minute timeout for injuries or illness but not for cramping, which is seen as a conditioning issue.
- Alcaraz lost the third set but eventually won the match in five sets.
- Alexander Zverev was upset about the medical timeout but later acknowledged the quality of the match.
- Alcaraz will compete in the final against either Jannik Sinner or Novak Djokovic.
- Alcaraz is aiming to become the youngest man to win the career Grand Slam, which means winning all four major tournaments in tennis.
