Carlos Alcaraz has spoken about the importance of the Davis Cup, describing it as one of the most meaningful experiences in tennis. “I think the Davis Cup is one of those tournaments that you’re not used to feel and play because you’re playing for your country, you’re playing with your teammates. It’s totally different. I think it’s one of the most privileged things you can do in our sport, representing your country” — Carlos Alcaraz.
Concerns about annual scheduling
While Alcaraz confirmed he will compete this year, he suggested that the event’s annual format may reduce player commitment. “I agree that they got to do something in this event, because I think playing every year, I mean, it is not as good as it might be if you’re playing every two or three years. I think if the tournament is played like every two years or every three years, the commitment of the players is going to be even more because it’s unique, it’s different” — Carlos Alcaraz.
Balancing recovery and competition
Alcaraz acknowledged that some players, including Jannik Sinner and Lorenzo Musetti, have chosen not to participate this year due to the demands of the season. “For me, I would say it’s normal for them because the season has been so long. They might keep it to have one more week to recover, to do vacation, to do pre-season, which is understandable. It’s normal” — Carlos Alcaraz
.A vision for the future of the Davis Cup
Despite the challenges, Alcaraz reiterated his ambition to win the Davis Cup and emphasized the need to make the competition more distinctive. “I really want to win the Davis Cup one day because for me it’s a really important tournament. But I would say they got to do something about it to make the Davis Cup unique” — Carlos Alcaraz
.The debate continues
Alcaraz’s comments highlight an ongoing discussion in tennis about balancing tradition with player welfare. His suggestion to hold the Davis Cup every two or three years could reshape the competition, ensuring both its prestige and greater participation from the sport’s top players.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
Currently ranked no.1, Alcaraz played his last match on the 13th of November when he defeated world no.6 Taylor Fritz 6-7(2) 7-5 6-3 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
This season Alcaraz has achieved a composed 70-8 record. Alcaraz clinched 8 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Tokyo. Alcaraz was the finalist in Barcelona and Wimbledon.