Juan Carlos Ferrero, the guiding force behind Carlos Alcaraz’s meteoric rise, has emphasized the long-term dedication that has shaped the young Spaniard’s serve. According to Ferrero, the serve is the result of years of meticulous work, fine-tuning countless small details until Alcaraz reached a point of complete comfort. This evolution has not been sudden—it’s a product of patience, precision, and persistence.

Fluid Mechanics and Free Points

One of the most striking improvements in Alcaraz’s game has been the fluidity of his arm and wrist during service motion. Ferrero highlights that they’ve achieved a level of looseness that allows Alcaraz to generate effortless power and spin. This mechanical freedom has translated into a strategic advantage, enabling him to win free points even against elite opponents. It’s a subtle yet powerful shift that reflects a deeper understanding of biomechanics and timing.

A Weapon Against the Best

Ferrero doesn’t shy away from acknowledging the tactical importance of Alcaraz’s serve in high-stakes matches. He points out that in today’s competitive landscape, having a reliable and aggressive serve is crucial—especially when facing top-tier players like Novak Djokovic or Jannik Sinner. What was once a developmental focus has now become a decisive weapon, capable of tipping the balance in matches at the highest level of the sport.

He said:

“The serve is the result of years of work, of small details we’ve been adjusting until he feels very comfortable. We’ve managed to get his arm and hand really loose, and that allows him to earn free points against top-level opponents. Today, it’s a very important weapon for matches against players like Novak or Jannik.”

Alcaraz at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2025

Ranked world no.

2, the Spaniard has managed to achieve a compiled 59-6 record in 2025. Carlos is now competing at the U.S. Open where he conquered the world no.67 Reilly Opelka 6-4 7-5 6-4, the world no.65 Mattia Bellucci 6-1 6-0 6-3, the world no.34 Luciano Darderi 6-2 6-4 6-0, the world no.82 Arthur Rinderknech 7-6(3) 6-3 6-4 and the world no.21 Jiri Lehecka 6-4 6-2 6-4.

Carlos Alcaraz will come up against the world no.7 Novak Djokovic in the semifinal. Their current record is 5-3 for Djokovic.

Carlos clinched 6 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London and Cincinnati. The Spaniard got to the final in Barcelona (Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell) and in Wimbledon.

Alcaraz won 23 titles in his career: 6 on hard courts, 11 on clay courts, 2 on indoor courts and 4 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)