At the Mutua Madrid Open 2024 press conference, Carlos Alcaraz discussed the challenges he faced during his match against Andrey Rublev, acknowledging the physical and mental toll of the loss. He also expressed gratitude for the tournament experience despite feeling under the weather and wrist pain.
Alcaraz reflected on his evolving playing style, becoming more calculated and enjoying his game, but also dealing with the impact of a forearm injury. Despite some difficult emotions, Alcaraz remains optimistic about recovering and preparing for the upcoming tournament in Rome, but has not yet decided if he will participate.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
Ranked world no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 1st of May when he was defeated by world no.8 Andrey Rublev 4-6 6-3 6-2
in the quarter in Madrid (draw).This year Carlos has achieved a 18-5 win-loss record. This year, the Spaniard won 1 tournament in Indian Wells.
Alcaraz will compete next in Rome (Internazionali BNL d’Italia). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 8th of May.