Carlos Alcaraz recently delivered a light-hearted moment after his dominant performance against Yoshihito Nishioka at the Australian Open. The young Spanish tennis star, who won the match 6-0, 6-1, 6-4, showcased his sense of humor while signing the camera lens, a tradition in tennis. With a cheeky grin, Alcaraz wrote, “Am I a serve bot?”

This playful comment came after Alcaraz hit an impressive 14 aces during the match, marking his third-most aces in a single match in his professional career. The term “serve bot” is often used to describe players whose primary weapon is their powerful serve. Alcaraz’s joke highlighted his improved serving performance, which he had been working on during the off-season.

Alcaraz’s performance against Nishioka was nothing short of clinical. He managed to hit 36 winners and maintain an ace percentage of 23.1%, significantly higher than his career average. This victory improved his grand slam record against left-handed opponents to 8-0.

The Spaniard’s next challenge will be facing Portugal’s Nuno Borges in the third round. Alcaraz’s improved serve and his ability to keep his opponents at bay with his powerful shots have been key factors in his success so far in the tournament. Fans and analysts alike are excited to see if Alcaraz can continue his impressive run and potentially complete a career grand slam by winning all four major titles.

Carlos Alcaraz, the young Spanish tennis sensation, recently delivered a masterclass performance at the Australian Open, defeating Yoshihito Nishioka in the second round with a score of 6-0, 6-1, 6-4. The match, which lasted just 81 minutes, showcased Alcaraz’s improved serve and overall efficiency on the court.

After the match, Alcaraz was all smiles during his on-court interview. When asked about his impressive serving, he humorously quipped, “Am I a serve bot?” This lighthearted comment drew laughter from the crowd and highlighted Alcaraz’s growing confidence and sense of humor.

Alcaraz’s performance has been a highlight of the tournament so far, and he credited his improved serve to the hard work he put in during the pre-season. He mentioned that he spent extra time practicing his serve with his team, which clearly paid off in this match.

The young star also took a moment to flex his muscles, joking about his fitness coach being happy with his biceps. Alcaraz’s playful demeanor and physical fitness have made him a fan favorite, and many are excited to see what he can achieve in the rest of the tournament.

As Alcaraz continues his journey at the Australian Open, fans and analysts alike are keeping a close eye on his progress. With his improved serve and unwavering confidence, he is certainly a contender for the title and could potentially become the youngest man to win a Career Grand Slam if he succeeds in Melbourne.

Alcaraz at the Australian Open, ranking, and results in 2025

Now the world no.3, Carlos achieved a composed 2-0 match record in 2025. Alcaraz is currently having a run at the Australian Open where he defeated the world no.77 Alexander Shevchenko 6-1 7-5 6-1 and the world no.65 Yoshihito Nishioka 6-0 6-1 6-4.

The Spaniard 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)

He is also scheduled to play in Rotterdam (ABN AMRO Open). The main draw will start on the 3rd of February.