In an interview with MARCA, Nicolas Almagro commented on Carlos Alcaraz’s win in New York. He said: “Alcaraz has the characteristics of all great players.
He has the hunger and determination of Rafael Nadal, the ability to cover the ground of Novak Djokovic and the talent of Roger Federer. From my point of view, what makes the difference is the calm with which he faces different situations.
It’s not easy to deal with such pressure at this age. He won his first US Open at just 19 years old, it’s a stratospheric result.” “He showed everyone that he is destined, that he is working to become one of the best of all time.
His career promises to give indescribable emotions.” Justine Henin also paid tribute to the Spaniard: “Everyone expected him to lift the trophy after beating Jannik Sinner in the quarter-finals.
Casper Ruud played a great tournament, but in the end it was Carlos who was the best.”
Carlos’ victory in New York
Alcaraz is literally in heaven after his triumph at the US Open, which made him the youngest number 1 in the history of men’s tennis.
The 19-year-old Spaniard exploded in 2022, winning two Masters 1000s in Miami and Madrid and two ATP 500s in Rio and Barcelona before winning in New York. Battles against Marin Cilic, Jannik Sinner and Frances Tiafoe did not dent the physical stamina of Carlos, who finished the job against Casper Ruud in the final.
He said: “I never thought I would achieve such results at 19, everything happened so fast. I have dreamed of all this since I was a child.
To be able to lift this trophy gives me a wonderful feeling. For now, I’m just trying to have fun and enjoy the moment. Obviously I’m hungry for titles and I want to win again, I hope to stay at the top for many years.
I’m going to work harder and harder to be able to enjoy those emotions again.”
