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US Open, Day 2 Men's Singles Wrap: Alcaraz Reaches Second Round; Sinner Dominates The Court - In Pics

Day two of the US Open saw some top seeds survive close calls in their opening matches, despite a relatively upset-free day. Carlos Alcaraz, the No. 3 seed, faced a minor setback in the second set against qualifier Li Tu of Australia but ultimately prevailed in four sets (6-2, 4-6, 6-3, 6-1). On the other hand World Number 1, Jannik Sinner overcame a sluggish start to secure his first victory since being embroiled in a doping controversy. The Italian battled back from a set down to defeat Mackenzie McDonald in four sets (2-6, 6-2, 6-1, 6-2) and advance to the second round of the US Open.

| Photo: AP/Matt Rourke

Carlos Alcaraz of Spain, reacts after defeating Li Tu, of Australia, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York.

US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz reacts after scoring a point against Li Tu
US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz reacts after scoring a point against Li Tu | Photo: AP/Matt Rourke

Carlos Alcaraz, of Spain, reacts after scoring a point against Li Tu, of Australia, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York.

US Open 2024: Li Tu, of Australia, returns a shot to Carlos Alcaraz
US Open 2024: Li Tu, of Australia, returns a shot to Carlos Alcaraz | Photo: AP/Matt Rourke

Li Tu, of Australia, returns a shot to Carlos Alcaraz, of Spain, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York.

US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz returns a shot to Li Tu during the first round of the U.S. Open
US Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz returns a shot to Li Tu during the first round of the U.S. Open | Photo: AP/Matt Rourke

Carlos Alcaraz, of Spain, returns a shot to Li Tu, of Australia, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York.

US Open 2024: Li Tu, of Australia, returns a shot to Carlos Alcaraz during the first round of the U.S. Open
US Open 2024: Li Tu, of Australia, returns a shot to Carlos Alcaraz during the first round of the U.S. Open | Photo: AP/Matt Rourke

Li Tu, of Australia, returns a shot to Carlos Alcaraz, of Spain during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York.

US Open 2024: Jannik Sinner waves to fans after defeating Mackenzie McDonald
US Open 2024: Jannik Sinner waves to fans after defeating Mackenzie McDonald | Photo: AP/Kirsty Wigglesworth

Jannik Sinner, of Italy, waves to fans after defeating Mackenzie McDonald, of the United States, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York.

US Open 2024: Jannik Sinner, of Italy, reacts after scoring a point against Mackenzie McDonald, of the United States
US Open 2024: Jannik Sinner, of Italy, reacts after scoring a point against Mackenzie McDonald, of the United States | Photo: AP/Kirsty Wigglesworth

Jannik Sinner, of Italy, reacts after scoring a point against Mackenzie McDonald, of the United States, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York.

US Open 2024: Mackenzie McDonald, of the United States, serves to Jannik Sinner
US Open 2024: Mackenzie McDonald, of the United States, serves to Jannik Sinner | Photo: AP/Julia Nikhinson

Mackenzie McDonald, of the United States, serves to Jannik Sinner, of Italy, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York.

US Open 2024: Jannik Sinner returns a shot to Mackenzie McDonald during the first round of the U.S. Open
US Open 2024: Jannik Sinner returns a shot to Mackenzie McDonald during the first round of the U.S. Open | Photo: AP/Kirsty Wigglesworth

Jannik Sinner, of Italy, returns a shot to Mackenzie McDonald, of the United States, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York.

US Open 2024: Mackenzie McDonald returns a shot to Jannik Sinner during the first round of the U.S. Open
US Open 2024: Mackenzie McDonald returns a shot to Jannik Sinner during the first round of the U.S. Open | Photo: AP/Julia Nikhinson

Mackenzie McDonald, of the United States, returns a shot to Jannik Sinner, of Italy, during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships in New York.

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