NEW YORK :Carlos Alcaraz's buzz cut was the talk of the U.S. Open when he began his quest for a second U.S. Open title, but 10 days into the year's final Grand Slam it is the Spaniard's tennis which is now turning heads in New York.

The 22-year-old generational talent is being tipped to carry the sport forward alongside world number one Jannik Sinner as a golden era for the game nears its end, with his profile now at a level where even a haircut makes the news.

The five-time Grand Slam champion eased into the semi-finals at Flushing Meadows on Tuesday with a straight sets win over Jiri Lehecka, a victory which he marked with his now trademark golf swing celebration to the delight of the fans at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

"I think he's probably the most exciting thing in tennis right now," Ame

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