Carlos Alcaraz: Acting Skills Key to Laver Cup MVP Performance
Carlos Alcaraz, the four-time Grand Slam champion, has revealed that his acting skills played a crucial role in his MVP-caliber performance at the Laver Cup. Alcaraz, making his Laver Cup debut, contributed eight points to Team Europe’s 13-11 victory over Team World.
Despite the pressure, Alcaraz displayed remarkable composure throughout the final day, particularly in his 6-2, 7-5 win over Taylor Fritz in the decisive match. When asked about the pressure, Alcaraz joked, “Where did you see tension today?”
However, Alcaraz admitted to feeling nervous, saying, “I’m not gonna lie. After Sascha’s match, he did a really good job. It was time for me to do my job.” He added, “I had nerves, I was a little bit nervous. I try not to show Taylor that I’m nervous, but, you know, I think I played one of my best matches so far.”
Alcaraz’s acting skills came into play as he concealed his nerves and maintained a calm demeanor on the court. “That means that I’m pretty good actor. Very good actor,” he said. “I tried to be as match-calm as I can and hit it as good as I can.”
The Laver Cup provided Alcaraz with an ideal environment to regain his form after his surprising second-round exit at the US Open. The team atmosphere and support from his teammates helped him overcome his nerves and perform at his best.
“Comparing to other tournaments, I mean, it’s a different feeling,” Alcaraz said. “Obviously, having them supporting me behind me, so it’s different. They try to just stay there and show me good energy all the time that makes me feel really comfortable on court and trying to pull out all the nerves and make good tennis.”
Alcaraz’s Laver Cup triumph is a testament to his resilience and ability to perform under pressure. His acting skills, combined with his exceptional tennis talent, make him a formidable opponent on the court.
