CARLOS ALCARAZ mimicked Jude Bellingham's celebration after fighting back against Frances Tiafoe in a five-set epic.
The defending champion was in real danger of exiting at the thirdround stage as he trailed the American 2-1.
But, in a match sprinkled with salivating shots and powerful serves, it was the Spaniard who had the edge 5-7 6-2 4-6 7-6 6-2.
Then he brought out the armsoutstretched celebration honour of Real Madrid England ace Bellingham.
Alcaraz, who delayed his media duties last night to watch Spain's dramatic extra-time win over Germany in the Euros quarter-finals, said: "I have huge respect for him.
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