Carlos Alcaraz has candidly reflected on his defeat to Gael Monfils at the 2024 Cincinnati Open, describing it as “the worst match” of his career. The Spanish tennis star, who has won four Grand Slam titles, was visibly frustrated during the match, culminating in a rare outburst where he repeatedly smashed his racket after falling behind 3-1 in the third set.
Speaking to the press afterward, Alcaraz expressed his deep frustration, acknowledging that he lost control of his emotions—a departure from his usual composed demeanor. “I felt sometimes that I wanted to break the racket. It never happened before, because I could control myself in those situations, in those feelings,” he said. “This time, I couldn’t control myself because I was not playing any kind of tennis. It was really frustrating for me.”
The match, which had been interrupted by rain and resumed the following day, saw Alcaraz struggle to adapt to the conditions on the Cincinnati Centre Court. He noted that the pace and bounce of the court were different from what he had experienced in practice, contributing to his poor performance. “It was really, really tough for me. I felt like it was the worst match that I’ve ever played in my career,” Alcaraz admitted. “I don’t know what happened. I couldn’t control myself. I couldn’t be better. So, this match, it was impossible to win, and that’s all.”
“It was the worst match I have ever played in my career”
Alcaraz reflects on his tough loss to Monfils at #CincyTennis 🎙 pic.twitter.com/IWc1ddpsZc
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Despite the disappointing loss, Alcaraz is now focused on the upcoming US Open, where he hopes to regain his form and compete at the highest level.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
LLWWWWWWWW At the moment ranked no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 16th of August when he was defeated by world no.46 Gael Monfils 4-6 7-6(5) 6-4 in the 2nd round in Cincinnati (draw).
At present, during this year the Spaniard achieved an overall 38-8 record. Carlos has won 3 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open and Wimbledon. Alcaraz was the runner-up in Paris.
Carlos Alcaraz will face the world no.328 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . In the past, they have never played each other as of now on the main tour.
The Spaniard clinched 3 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open and Wimbledon. The Spaniard was the finalist in Paris (Olympics).
Alcaraz won 16 titles in his career: 4 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
