Andre Agassi has offered glowing praise for Carlos Alcaraz, describing the young Spaniard as a unique combination of tennis’s greatest champions. Speaking during a recent interview, the eight-time Grand Slam winner highlighted Alcaraz’s versatility, athleticism, and emotional drive as qualities that set him apart from his peers.
“He can defend like Novak. He has soft hands and feel like Federer, and he can generate RPMs and pace like Rafa,” Agassi said. “And he has the speed offensively and defensively, the passion that keeps him fired up the whole time. He kind of has the whole package.”
Alcaraz’s rise draws comparisons to Djokovic, Nadal and Federer
Alcaraz, now a six-time Grand Slam champion at just 22 years old, has consistently drawn comparisons to Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. His ability to adapt across surfaces, his explosive movement, and his tactical maturity have made him one of the most complete players on the ATP Tour.
Agassi’s comments echo a growing sentiment among tennis legends and analysts who see Alcaraz as the embodiment of the best traits from the Big Three. His defensive coverage rivals Djokovic’s, his touch at the net recalls Federer’s finesse, and his topspin-heavy forehand channels Nadal’s signature power.
“He’s got the best of all three worlds,” said Novak Djokovic earlier this year. “I haven’t played a player like him ever, to be honest.”
The mental edge and hunger to dominate
Beyond technique and physical gifts, Agassi emphasized Alcaraz’s mental strength and relentless energy. The Spaniard’s ability to stay locked in during long matches, recover from setbacks, and maintain high intensity has impressed even the most seasoned observers.
“The passion that keeps him fired up the whole time,” Agassi noted, “is what makes him so dangerous. He doesn’t fade.”
This emotional fuel has helped Alcaraz win titles on every surface and defeat top-ranked opponents in high-pressure moments. His recent victories at Wimbledon and the US Open have solidified his status as a generational talent.
A future shaped by legacy and ambition
While Agassi stopped short of predicting Alcaraz’s career totals, he acknowledged that the Spaniard has the tools to challenge the records set by Djokovic, Nadal and Federer. With youth on his side and a game built for longevity, Alcaraz is poised to shape the next era of men’s tennis.
“He kind of has the whole package,” Agassi concluded. “Now it’s about how he puts it all together over time.”
As the tennis world watches Alcaraz’s journey unfold, the comparisons to the legends before him will continue—but his path is already carving out a legacy of its own.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
Ranked world no.1, Alcaraz played his last match on the 7th of September when he defeated world no.2 Jannik Sinner 6-2 3-6 6-1 6-4 in the final of the U.S. Open to win his 24th career title.
At the moment, during this season the Spaniard owns a compiled 61-6 win-loss record. Carlos clinched 7 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati and U.S. Open. Alcaraz reached the final in Barcelona and Wimbledon.
He is also scheduled to play in Tokyo (Japan Open Tennis Championships) on the 24th of September and Shanghai (Shanghai Rolex Masters) on the 1st of October.