In a stunning display of talent and tenacity, Carlos Alcaraz has officially etched his name in the annals of tennis history. The 22-year-old prodigy achieved the remarkable feat of reaching the quarterfinals of all four Grand Slam tournaments within a single season for the very first time!

On Sunday, at the iconic Arthur Ashe Stadium, Alcaraz triumphed over Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech with a score of 7-6 (3), 6-3, 6-4. This victory not only propelled him into the quarterfinals but also made him the youngest player in the Open era to reach 13 Grand Slam quarterfinals. What a monumental achievement!

Alcaraz showcased his extraordinary skills during the match by executing an impressive behind-the-back shot in the first set. His next challenge? Czechia's Jiri Lehecka, who he will face on Tuesday.

Reflecting on his performance, Alcaraz admitted, "Many people have mentioned that I'm not as consistent as I could be. But it's encouraging to see the results I'm achieving in major tournaments. Sometimes, I can be hard on myself, believing that reaching just the quarterfinals or semifinals isn't enough. However, I need to remember that such achievements are commendable in Grand Slam scenarios."

Notably, this match also marked a career-first for Alcaraz: he advanced to the major quarterfinal without losing a single set in the first four rounds! A testament to his form.

"I’m not dwelling on last year anymore," he said, referencing his shock exit in the second round of the previous year's tournament. "I’m focused on playing my best tennis and enjoying every moment on the court."

Meanwhile, the formidable Novak Djokovic showcased a return to form after a few shaky matches earlier in the tournament. The 24-time Grand Slam champion, seeded No. 7, effortlessly swept aside Jan-Lennard Struff with a commanding 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 victory.

This victory sets the stage for an electrifying quarterfinal showdown against American Taylor Fritz, the No. 4 seed, whom Djokovic has previously beaten in all 10 of their encounters.

At 38 years old, Djokovic delivered a stellar performance with 12 aces, no double-faults, and an impeccable 15 out of 18 points won at the net. The match was a rapid-fire 1 hour and 49 minutes, making it clear that Djokovic is back and hungry for more!

With both Alcaraz and Djokovic charging forward, tennis fans are in for some unforgettable matches ahead!