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PARIS — Four days into the French Open, here are some early thoughts and answers to some of your questions.

Is Carlos Alcaraz the real deal?

Jon,

I’ll cut to the chase. How good is Carlos Alcaraz? I hope really good. But it seems like for 100 years we are being sold a player who is good, but not great. (Remember Baby Fed?) I understand the need for new blood but calling him the co-favorite with Djokovic and AHEAD OF NADAL seems ridiculous!

Thanks,
Freddy in Tennessee