Carlos Alcaraz expressed his excitement about facing Stefanos Tsitsipas in the French Open quarterfinals, highlighting his anticipation for the challenging match. “I’m really looking forward to playing this match. I love these kinds of matches,” Alcaraz said in an on-court interview following his previous victory.
Having closely observed Tsitsipas’s recent performances, Alcaraz acknowledged the Greek player’s strong form and confidence. “I’ve seen a lot of matches lately from Stefanos. I know he’s playing great tennis and has a lot of confidence right now,” he noted.
Confident in his own strategy, Alcaraz believes he has the tools to trouble Tsitsipas. “I think I have the key against him. I’ll try to put the shots that get him in trouble,” he said. Emphasizing his intent to perform at his best, he added, “I’ll try to show my best.”
Alcaraz also expressed his hope that the fans would enjoy the match as much as he anticipated. “Hopefully the crowd enjoys as much as I’m going to enjoy. Let’s see how it’s going to be,” he concluded.
2023 Roland-Garros quarterfinal rematch loading ⏳@carlosalcaraz has his say on the upcoming QF clash with @steftsitsipas 🗣️#RolandGarros https://t.co/EYfuJmvuh0 pic.twitter.com/4INY4WRjoW
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Tsitsipas at the French Open, ranking, and results in 2024
Now the world no.9, the Greek has a 28-9 match record in 2024. Stefanos is playing at the moment at the French Open where he managed to beat the world no.54 Marton Fucsovics 7-67 6-4 6-1, the world no.83 Daniel Altmaier 6-3 6-2 6-72 6-4, the world no.44 Zhizhen Zhang 6-3 6-3 6-1 and the world no.35 Matteo Arnaldi 3-6 7-64 6-2 6-2.
Stefanos Tsitsipas will take on the world no.3 Carlos Alcaraz in the quarter. The head to head is 5-0 for Alcaraz.
Stefanos conquered 1 title in 2024 in Monte-Carlo. Stefanos reached the final in Barcelona (Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell).
The Greek won 12 titles in his career: 1 on hard courts, 5 on clay courts, 5 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Tsitsipas will compete next in Halle (Terra Wortmann Open). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 17th of June.
Alcaraz at the French Open, ranking, and results in 2024
Ranked no.3, Alcaraz achieved a compiled 22-5 record in 2024. Alcaraz is currently having a run at the French Open where he defeated the world no.107 Jeff Wolf 6-1 6-2 6-1, the world no.176 Jesper De Jong 6-3 6-4 2-6 6-2, the world no.28 Sebastian Korda 6-4 7-65 6-3 and the world no.21 Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-3 6-3 6-1.
Carlos Alcaraz will square off with the world no.9 Stefanos Tsitsipas in the quarter. Their record is 5-0 for Alcaraz.
The Spaniard conquered 1 title in 2024 in Indian Wells.
Alcaraz won 14 titles in his career: 4 on hard courts, 7 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 2 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Carlos Alcaraz squared off 5 times. Their head to head is 5-0 for Alcaraz. Before, the last time they squared off, Carlos Alcaraz won 6-2 6-1 7-6(5) in the quarter in Paris (French Open) in June 2023.
You can see them in action in the following highlights.
Stefanos Tsitsipas and Carlos Alcaraz |
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