At the Wimbledon 2024 semi-final press conference, Carlos Alcaraz expressed his joy in reaching the final for the second consecutive year. Alcaraz discussed the challenges of transitioning from clay to grass and the importance of dedication to improvement.
He reflected on his performances this year and expressed confidence in his tennis abilities. Alcaraz also shared his love for taking risks in matches, using an example from his semi-final against Medvedev.
Looking forward to the final against Djokovic, Alcaraz acknowledged the challenges posed by his formidable opponent and the pressure of being a first-time Grand Slam finalist. Despite this, Alcaraz was determined to use Djokovic’s inexperience to his advantage and was prepared to face him in the final.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
Currently ranked no.3, Alcaraz played his last match on the 12th of July when he beat world no.5 Daniil Medvedev 6-7(1) 6-3 6-4 6-4 in the semifinal in Wimbledon (draw).
During this season Alcaraz owns an overall 32-6 win-loss record. Carlos has won 2 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells and French Open.
Novak Djokovic in 2024
Currently ranked no.2, the Serbian played his last match on the 12th of July when he defeated world no.25 Lorenzo Musetti 6-4 7-6(2) 6-4 in the semifinal in Wimbledon (draw).
This year Djokovic has achieved a composed 23-6 record. Novak Djokovic’s best achievement of the current year was reaching the semifinal at the Australian Open, Monte Carlo, Geneva and in Wimbledon.
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic fought against each other 5 times. Their current record is 3-2 for Djokovic.