Tiafoe, one set away from a feat against Alcaraz!
He could be the sensation of the tournament currently underway on Wimbledon's Center Court. Frances Tiafoe is possibly on the verge of something monumental.
Faced with a Carlos Alcaraz who was well into his game, the American has so far produced the perfect match. Incisive on the return (10 break opportunities), efficient on serve and very aggressive in the exchange (80% of points won on first serve, 25 winners, 18 unforced errors), the world number 29 has just won the third act to move into the lead (7-5, 2-6, 6-4 after 2h22 of play).
Taking advantage of Alcaraz's occasional lapses in concentration, Tiafoe is now just one set away from an XXL performance.
Will he seize his chance and topple the defending champion? Stay tuned!
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