At just 18 years of age, Carlos Alcaraz won his first Master ATP1000 in Miami after beating Casper Ruud in straight sets on Sunday.

The Spanish sensation was perfect during the fortnight in Florida, even if he couldn’t rely on the physical presence of his coach and dear friend Juan Carlos Ferrero. Unfortunately, the former world no.1 had to return to Spain because his father passed away. Nevertheless, Juan Carlos was eager to support Carlito from the player’s box and he took a flight back to Miami.

Juan Carlos wanted it to be a surprise and he didn’t disclose his plan to Carlito, who was overjoyed to see him. Here is the emotional hug.

 

Carlos Alcaraz in 2022

Now ranked no.16 (career-high), Alcaraz played his last match on the 3^rd of April when he beat world no.8 Casper Ruud 7-5 6-4 in the final in Miami to win his 3^rd career title.

Currently, during this season the Spaniard has a 18-2 win-loss record. Alcaraz clinched 2 titles in 2022 in Rio de Janeiro and in Miami.

Casper Ruud in 2022

At the moment ranked no.

8 (career-high), Ruud played his last match on the 3^rd of April when he surrendered to world no.16 Carlos Alcaraz 7-5 6-4 in the final in Miami (draw).

At present, during this year the Norwegian has achieved an overall 13-4 record. This year, Casper conquered 1 tournament in Buenos Aires. Casper was the finalist in Miami.

Carlos Alcaraz and Casper Ruud clashed against each other just on 2 occasions. Their head to head is 2-0 for Alcaraz. Previously, the last time they fought against each other, Carlos Alcaraz won 7-5 6-4 in the final in Miami (Miami Open) on the 3^rd of April 2022.

In the video below you can watch the highlights.