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Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the quarterfinals of the US Open with a straight-sets win over Tommy Paul, 6-4, 6-3, 6-4, in an afternoon match at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday. The 23-year-old Spaniard looked comfortable throughout, continuing his bid to defend his title in New York. The victory keeps Alcaraz on track in the tournament as he seeks another deep run at Flushing Meadows, extending his strong recent form on hard courts.