Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz continued his dominant 2024 season, securing a spot in the Queen's Club Championships final with a commanding 6-4, 6-4 victory over compatriot Roberto Bautista Agut on Saturday. The world No. 2 extended his career-best winning streak to 17 matches, showcasing his growing prowess on grass courts ahead of Wimbledon.
Alcaraz, fresh from his French Open triumph, delivered 36 winners and 15 aces in a 90-minute masterclass. His semifinal performance sets up a Sunday showdown with Czech Republic's Jiri Lehecka, who stunned British hope Jack Draper in a three-set thriller.
The 22-year-old phenom now stands one win away from becoming only the second Spaniard to claim multiple Queen's Club titles, following Feliciano Lopez's 2017 and 2019 victories. "I'm playing great tennis and feeling more comfortable with each match," Alcaraz told fans. "Making the final here again is special – I want to keep bringing joy through my game."
Alcaraz's trademark combination of power and finesse proved decisive against Bautista Agut, highlighted by a crucial third-game drop shot that set the tone. The reigning Wimbledon champion sealed his victory with a blistering forehand winner, drawing cheers from flag-waving supporters.
Sunday's final presents a fascinating clash of generations, with Lehecka seeking his first ATP 500 title against Alcaraz's quest for back-to-back Queen's Club crowns. The outcome could signal the Spanish star's readiness to defend his Wimbledon title next month.
