Carlos Alcaraz’s mystery pills in US Open sparks Djokovic comparisons: Watch Video

Carlos Alcaraz created a buzz at the 2023 US Open when he was seen taking unidentified pills during his third-round match against Daniel Evans. The defending champion ultimately won the match, but the pill incident raised eyebrows and led to comparisons with Novak Djokovic’s past controversies.

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During the match, Alcaraz called for a member of his team to provide him with something to address an ailment. A ball kid was given a glass jar containing a single pill, which was then passed to Alcaraz. While there’s no suggestion of wrongdoing, the incident triggered speculation and debates on social media.

Novak Djokovic’s fans were quick to point out what they perceived as a double standard. They noted that if Djokovic had been in Alcaraz’s position, the media response would have been vastly different. Djokovic himself had faced scrutiny in the past for actions like inhaling from a water bottle during a match.

While some fans found humor in the situation and questioned if Alcaraz had simply forgotten his vitamin D, others raised concerns about potential doping. Some called for equal scrutiny of both Alcaraz and Djokovic, emphasizing the need for fair treatment in such cases.

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Despite the unexpected distraction, Carlos Alcaraz managed to maintain his focus and composure, ultimately winning the match against Daniel Evans with a score of 6-2, 6-3, 4-6, 6-3. His impressive performance secured his spot in the fourth round, where he will face Italy’s Matteo Arnaldi.