Carlos Alcaraz, a highly acclaimed Spaniard tennis player and the world’s number two, has openly acknowledged his need to enhance control over his nerves during trying times in his matches. This, he believes, is the key to maintaining his high-standing position in the ATP rankings. Alcaraz, hailing from Murcia, is currently participating in a series of tournaments across South America. His statement comes just as the ATP 500 in Rio de Janeiro is about to commence. This tournament holds significant importance in the region. “There are many aspects in my game that need improvement from my performance in Buenos Aires,” said Alcaraz, who recently suffered a loss in the semi-final of the Argentine tournament at the hands of Chilean Nicolas Jarry.
Alcaraz continued, “I believe I’ve been hitting the ball well and am in good form. However, I need to learn how to handle certain situations better than I did in Argentina, especially in high-pressure moments. For instance, during break points, I must perform better than I did previously. I believe this is the most crucial aspect that needs improvement if I want to deliver a stellar performance in Rio.” The Spaniard is all set to commence the tournament against Brazilian Thiago Monteiro, who currently holds the 117th position in the world ranking.
Looking ahead, Alcaraz stated, “I have clear goals for this year and I’m working diligently towards achieving them. This is shaping up to be an exciting year, especially with the Olympics just around the corner. However, I need to retain my focus and maintain the same level of intensity and performance, whether it’s the middle or the end of the season.” The ambitious 20-year-old expressed his preference for winning an Olympic gold over the French Open. “There are still several months left before the tournament in Paris. During this period, there are many significant tournaments. While the Olympics are a major goal and hold a special place, I am equally focused on winning the Masters 1000 and the Slams. To achieve these, I need to stay focused on the upcoming tournaments,” he concluded.
