It's tough enough for any player to deal with Carlos Alcaraz at the French Open. When you're not at your absolute best against the defending champion, as was the case for Tommy Paul in the quarterfinals Tuesday night,

Scores and updates from French Open quarter-final - Alcaraz destroyed Paul 6-0 6-1 6-4 to set up a semi-final with Lorenzo Musetti

The defending champion sent out a message that resounded around Court Philippe-Chatrier on his way to the semifinals.