Fritz, Rune, and Djokovic are only formidable in three sets against them," Bertolucci's reaction to the potential paths of Alcaraz and Sinner at the US Open
Known for his outspokenness, Italian tennis legend Paolo Bertolucci reacted to the men's draw of the US Open. According to him, although the draw is quite balanced, it is still unlikely that we will see a final other than one between Alcaraz and Sinner.
"It seems to me that the draw, which should lead to another final between Sinner and Alcaraz, is well balanced. I don't see many traps; it's always a two-week tournament with some obstacles, but well within reach of the two best players in the world.
Also considering the Italian's precedent in Halle, with that unpredictable loss against the Kazakh (Bublik), yes, these are players who are unpredictable technically and tactically, but only formidable in three sets.
Later, Sinner could face Zverev in the semifinals, while Alcaraz would await Fritz. Those players, plus Rune and Djokovic, are potential competitors, but when they have faced one of the two best in the world, they have come away with broken bones.
To beat them, they need to be having a great day and hope that the top players are not at 100%. At that point, there could be a match.
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