Carlos Alcaraz’s US Open 2024 journey has come to an abrupt end.
The Spaniard faced Botic van de Zandschulp in the tournament’s second round.
He endured a heartbreaking loss to the Dutchman at the Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Alcaraz failed to win a single set in that match losing 1-6, 5-7, 4-6.
The shocking upset ended Alacaraz’s 15-match unbeaten run at Grand Slam events.
The 21-year-old entered the tournament with an impeccable 16-2 record in the US Open.
He had never lost before the quarterfinals in the previous three appearances.
This was also the Spaniard’s earliest defeat at any major tournament since Wimbledon 2021.
Alcaraz won his first US Open crown against Casper Ruud in 2022.
In 2023, the 21-year-old was knocked out in the semi-finals by Daniil Medvedev.