Carlos Alcaraz, the reigning US Open champion, is poised to make history as he embarks on his title defense at Flushing Meadows. Despite being seeded third, the 21-year-old Spaniard is confident in his abilities on the hard courts of New York.
Alcaraz’s love for the US Open is evident in his words: “Playing here in New York suits very well to my game, my personality. The people here are passionate about tennis, they have a lot of energy that they bring to the matches, to the court, and I love it.”
With two Wimbledon and one Roland Garros titles under his belt, Alcaraz is aiming to become just the seventh man to capture three Slams in the same calendar season. His idol, Rafael Nadal, achieved this feat in 2010.
Alcaraz’s rise to stardom has been meteoric. He has gone from being an up-and-comer to a global superstar in the blink of an eye. Now, he is one of the players setting the standard in men’s tennis.
Despite his success, Alcaraz remains humble and focused on his game. He believes that his joy and aggression on the court are qualities that young players can learn from.
Alcaraz’s equipment of choice is the Babolat Pure Aero 98 racquet, which he has used throughout his career. He values the power and control it provides.
As he prepares for his US Open title defense, Alcaraz is determined to make history. He is confident in his abilities and eager to prove that he is one of the greatest players of his generation.
