Alcaraz Smashes Racket in Cincinnati Open Loss

Carlos Alcaraz, a four-time grand-slam champion, lost to Gal Monfils in a deciding set, with a score of 4-6, 7-6 (7-5), 6-4. This was his first match since the Olympics and the Cincinnati Open. In the match, Alcaraz was warned by the umpire for hitting his racket three times in quick succession.