Carlos Alcaraz appears to be improving in health as he gears up for a decisive match against Alexander Zverev at the ATP Finals. The Spaniard, who has been battling illness and wore a nasal strip to aid breathing in his earlier matches, practiced without the strip today, a promising sign of recovery.
Spending a full hour on the practice court, Alcaraz looked focused and determined to put his recent struggles behind him. Despite visibly dealing with challenges earlier in the tournament, the 20-year-old has shown resilience, even acknowledging how he’s been striving to deliver high-quality tennis under tough conditions.
Carlos Alcaraz practicing a full hour with no nose band today. Looks like he is getting a bit better. Got a decisive day tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/k2xs2wcsdB
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) November 14, 2024
With the stakes high and a spot in the semifinals on the line, Alcaraz’s preparation could be a game-changer. Facing Zverev, known for his big serve and aggressive baseline play, Alcaraz will need to bring his best tennis. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if the young Spaniard can summon his top form to stay in contention at the season-ending event.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
WLLWLWWWWW Now the world no.3, the Spaniard played his last match on the 13th of November when he beat world no.8 Andrey Rublev 6-3 7-6(8) in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
This season Carlos has a 53-12 match record. Carlos conquered 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Carlos reached the final in Paris.
Carlos Alcaraz will square off with the world no.365 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . In the past, they have never competed against each other up to now in top competitions.
The Spaniard has won 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Carlos reached the final in Paris (Olympics).
Alcaraz won 17 titles in his career: 5 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Alexander Zverev in 2024
WWWWWWWLWW Now the world no.2 (career-high), Zverev played his last match on the 13th of November when he defeated world no.7 Casper Ruud 7-6(3) 6-3 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
During this season the German achieved a 68-20 win-loss record. Alexander has won 3 titles in 2024 in Australia, Rome and Paris. Zverev reached the final at the French Open and Hamburg.
Alexander Zverev will square off with the world no.29 Felix Auger-Aliassime in the Round Robin on Sunday at 2:00 pm on CENTER COURT. Their current record is 6-2 for Zverev.
The German has won 3 titles in 2024 in Australia, Rome and Paris. The German was the finalist at the French Open and in Hamburg (Hamburg Open).
Alexander won 24 titles in his career: 8 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts and 8 on indoor courts. (See the list of his titles)
Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev faced off 12 times. Their record is 7-5 for Zverev. Before, the last time they squared off, Carlos Alcaraz won 6-3 2-6 5-7 6-1 6-2 in the final in Paris (French Open) on the 9th of June 2024.
Here are the highlights.
Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev |
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Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
WLLWLWWWWW At the moment ranked no.3, the Spaniard played his last match on the 13th of November when he defeated world no.8 Andrey Rublev 6-3 7-6(8) in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
At the moment, during this season Carlos has managed to achieve a 53-12 match record. Carlos has won 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Carlos reached the final in Paris.
Carlos Alcaraz will fight against the world no.365 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . They have never competed against each other until now in top tournaments.
Carlos conquered 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. The Spaniard got to the final in Paris (Olympics).
Carlos won 17 titles in his career: 5 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Alexander Zverev in 2024
WWWWWWWLWW Ranked no.2 (career-high), Alexander played his last match on the 13th of November when he overcame world no.7 Casper Ruud 7-6(3) 6-3 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
Presently, during this year Zverev owns a compiled 68-20 win-loss record. Alexander clinched 3 titles in 2024 in Australia, Rome and Paris. The German was the runner-up at the French Open and Hamburg.
Alexander Zverev will play the world no.29 Felix Auger-Aliassime in the Round Robin on Sunday at 2:00 pm on CENTER COURT. Their record is 6-2 for Zverev.
The German has won 3 titles in 2024 in Australia, Rome and Paris. The German was the finalist at the French Open and in Hamburg (Hamburg Open).
The German won 24 titles in his career: 8 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts and 8 on indoor courts. (See the list of his titles)
Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev played each other 12 times. Their actual record is 7-5 for Zverev. Previously, the last time they locked horns, Carlos Alcaraz won 6-3 2-6 5-7 6-1 6-2 in the final in Paris (French Open) on the 9th of June 2024.
You can watch the highlights in the following video.
Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev |
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