Carlos Alcaraz, the rising tennis sensation, is still in the process of honing his skills and adapting to the rigorous demands of professional tennis. As per his coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, the young player is yet to fully comprehend the preparation required for a full tennis season. Ferrero highlighted Alcaraz’s struggle with performance decline or injuries, or at times both, as the tennis calendar progresses into September over the past couple of years.
Ferrero, cited by TennisHead, emphasized the need for Alcaraz to grasp the year-round commitment in tennis, stating,
“I think that professionally he has to start learning that the world of tennis is from January to November. He has to take his breaks, but this is a wheel which continues, and it is a job and that’s where you have to be at…Carlos is very emotional and sometimes that helps him and other times not so much.”
Alcaraz’s style on the court has been marked by an ultra-aggressive approach, but at times, this intensity has led to him overextending himself and encountering difficulties. Ferrero’s insight suggests that Alcaraz might benefit from learning to recognize opportunities where ease and efficiency outweigh excessive effort—a skill that often comes with experience and the cultivation of patience.
Tennis enthusiasts are likely to witness an evolution in Alcaraz’s gameplay. While his aggressive style has its merits, it occasionally places him in challenging situations where simpler approaches might be more effective. However, this evolution is a natural part of the learning process for a young talent like Alcaraz, who is yet to fully mature and refine his game.
At 20 years old, Alcaraz has ample time ahead to develop and transform into a more well-rounded player. The process of maturation will likely involve striking a balance between his emotional intensity and professional readiness, ultimately aiding his adaptation to the demands of the sport throughout the year.
Carlos Alcaraz’s journey in professional tennis remains a work in progress, filled with moments of brilliance and learning experiences. The path towards greatness often requires the assimilation of lessons, adaptation, and gradual growth—a trajectory that Alcaraz continues to navigate as he aims to establish himself among the sport’s elite players.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2023
WWWWLWWWLW Ranked world no.2, Alcaraz played his last match on the 18th of November when he was defeated by world no.1 Novak Djokovic 6-3 6-2 in the semifinal in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
Currently, during this year Alcaraz has an overall 65-12 win-loss record. Alcaraz has won 6 titles in 2023 in Buenos Aires, Indian Wells, Barcelona, Madrid, London and Wimbledon. The Spaniard was the runner-up in Rio de Janeiro and Cincinnati.
Carlos Alcaraz |
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