The spotlight shifts to Arthur Ashe Stadium tonight as Carlos Alcaraz, the world No. 2, takes on Czech star Jiri Lehečka in a blockbuster US Open 2025 quarter-final clash. Both men are in red-hot form, but only one will move a step closer to the crown.
🕒 Match Details
- Fixture: Jiri Lehečka vs Carlos Alcaraz – US Open 2025, Quarter-final
- Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2025
- Time: From 10:10 PM IST (12:40 PM ET approx.)
- Venue: Arthur Ashe Stadium, New York
📡 Where to Watch
- India: Live on Star Sports Network, streaming on JioCinema.
- USA: Available on ESPN and ESPN+.
- Other regions: Coverage on official US Open digital platforms and local broadcasters.
⚔️ Form Guide & Head-to-Head
- Carlos Alcaraz: Yet to drop a set in the tournament, cruising past opponents with ease. His blend of power, movement, and shot-making makes him the favorite.
- Jiri Lehečka: Enjoying his best-ever US Open run. His heavy serve and aggressive groundstrokes have powered him through tough matches. He trails Alcaraz 1–2 in their head-to-head but did beat the Spaniard earlier this year on hard court.
🔑 Key Battles
- Alcaraz’s return game vs. Lehečka’s booming serve
- Baseline rallies where Alcaraz’s variety could trouble Lehečka
- Mental toughness: Lehečka enters uncharted territory in his first US Open quarter-final, while Alcaraz is chasing another Slam title.
🏆 Stakes
The winner will move into the semi-final against either Novak Djokovic or Taylor Fritz, setting up what could be one of the matches of the tournament.
With Alcaraz looking to cement his dominance and Lehečka chasing a career-defining upset, this match is set to be one of the highlights of the US Open 2025.
