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Alcaraz vs Thompson: times, date, and how to watch online and TV | Western & Southern Open
The current US Open champion and world No. 1 will take on the Australian Jordan Thompson in this year’s Cincinnati debut.
Carlos Alcaraz will be looking to bounce back from his defeat to Tommy Paul in the National Bank Open, in Toronto, and try to win his 13th ATP title in Cincinnati. He will make his debut against Jordan Thompson, who defeated John Isner in two tiebreaks.
When is Alcaraz vs Thompson taking place?
The match between Alcaraz and Thompson takes place on Tuesday, August 15, at 8.30 p.m. ET/ 5.30 p.m. PT.
How can I watch Alcaraz vs Thompson?
You can watch the National Bank Open on Tennis Channel.
Alcaraz vs Thompson prediction:
Alcaraz will be willing to get back to his highest level in a tournament where he could meet Novak Djokovic again. Jordan Thompson’s game is unlikely to hurt the world No. 1, so expect the Spaniard’s aggressivity and intensity to be too much for the Australian.
Prediction: Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets.