Alcaraz defeats Sonego in Australian Open second round

Sonego falls to Alcaraz in four sets

Alcaraz advances to the third round of the Australian Open with a 6-2, 6-2, 6-7(6), 6-3 victory over Lorenzo Sonego.

Carlos Alcaraz has advanced to the third round of the Australian Open with a 6-2, 6-2, 6-7(6), 6-3 victory over Lorenzo Sonego.

The 19-year-old Spaniard was in control of the match from the start, breaking Sonego's serve in the first game of the match and never looking back. Alcaraz won the first two sets in just over an hour, and he looked to be cruising to a straight-sets victory.

However, Sonego showed his fighting spirit in the third set. The Italian broke Alcaraz's serve in the seventh game and held on to win the set in a tiebreak. Sonego had a chance to level the match in the fourth set, but Alcaraz broke his serve in the eighth game and held on to win the match.

Alcaraz will face either Jason Kubler or Miomir Kecmanovic in the third round.

Conclusion

Alcaraz's victory over Sonego was a statement of intent from the young Spaniard. He is one of the most talented players in the world, and he is only getting better. Alcaraz is a genuine contender to win the Australian Open this year, and he will be one to watch in the years to come.