Carlos Alcaraz faced disappointment in the Buenos Aires semifinals, losing to Nicolas Jarry and extending his trophy drought. Despite the setback, Alcaraz remains determined to elevate his game when it matters most.
“It’s a difficult defeat, it hurt me a lot,” Alcaraz expressed after the match. “There are many things to improve, and my level has to go up. I played good tennis but very far from my real level.”
Reflecting on the match, Alcaraz highlighted areas for improvement, particularly in critical moments. “Learning that I have to read the matches better, to give my best version in the moments of tension. Today I lacked that in the 0-30, in the break-points, to be able to play differently there,” he remarked.
Despite displaying strong serving in the first set, Alcaraz struggled to capitalize on key opportunities, which ultimately contributed to his defeat. “It is true that expectations are generated in me in the tournaments where I go… maybe people think that I have to win every match, but Jarry has a level that can beat anyone,” Alcaraz acknowledged.
The loss serves as a reminder for Alcaraz to focus on areas of improvement, particularly in maintaining concentration and composure during crucial points. “It’s a shame to see that I haven’t improved some things in my concentration since 2023. There’s no other way, it’s something pending, and my level of play is based on the level of attitude and energy I’m in,” he admitted.
Looking ahead, Alcaraz remains optimistic about the rest of the season and acknowledges the potential for growth and development. “The year is still very long, many things can still happen, and we will see how it goes on,” he said.
Despite the setback in Buenos Aires, Carlos Alcaraz’s determination to elevate his game and learn from his experiences reaffirms his status as one of tennis’s most promising talents. As he continues his journey, Alcaraz remains committed to reaching new heights and overcoming challenges along the way.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
WLWLLWLWWW Now ranked no.2, Carlos played his last match on the 17th of February when he lost to world no.21 Nicolas Jarry 7-6(2) 6-3 in the semifinal in Buenos Aires (draw).
Currently, during this season Alcaraz owns a 6-2 record. Carlos Alcaraz’s latest run in Buenos Aires was the best achievement of his season.
Carlos Alcaraz |
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