Alcaraz Upset by Monfils in Cincinnati Open

Carlos Alcaraz exhibited rare frustration by smashing his racket during his shocking second-round defeat to Gaël Monfils at the 2024 Cincinnati Open. Alcaraz, who recently won a silver medal in the Paris Olympics, lost 4-6, 7-6, 6-4 in what he described as the 'worst match' of his career. The Spaniard's emotional outburst drew criticism from tennis enthusiasts and former players like Chris Evert, prompting Alcaraz to apologize publicly. This match marked Alcaraz's first hard-court appearance since March, and he admitted he struggled to control his emotions due to his subpar performance. Monfils' win made him the oldest player to defeat an ATP-ranked opponent since 1992, but Alcaraz's reaction overshadowed the Frenchman's achievement. Alcaraz now aims to regroup for the upcoming US Open.