Carlos Alcaraz

2022 - 4 - 4

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Heir to Big Three's throne announces himself as teen tennis star ... (Fox Sports)

Heir to Big Three's throne announces himself as teen tennis star blows minds.

Tennis legend Martina Navratilova had a simple message for Alcaraz’s rivals. His rise is happening so fast, it’s mind-blowing, hair-raising. for your HISTORIC triumph in #Miami. The first of many to come, for sure!” he tweeted.

Spanish star snaps Djokovic record in Miami (Wide World of Sports)

Carlos Alcaraz has well and truly announced himself on the world stage with a straight-sets win in the Miam...

Ruud broke back for 3-1, and had a chance at setting up another breaker late in the set. Among those there with him: his coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero. He had been away while mourning the death of his father, but made it back to Miami in time for the final. “He's the fourth one, for me." Alcaraz often would look to his team in the stands and give a joyous yell or a knowing fist-pump, clearly feeling more comfortable as the afternoon went along. The only younger winners: Michael Chang, and Nadal. Alcaraz, the No.14 seed, shook off a slow start to beat sixth-seeded Casper Ruud of Norway 7-5, 6-4 in Sunday's final.

Carlos Alcaraz wins first ATP 1000 Masters crown at 18, beating ... (ABC News)

Tennis player Carlos Alcaraz becomes the youngest men's winner of the Miami Open, at 18 years of age, beating Novak Djokovic's record — and the Spanish ...

"I tried not to let him dominate the match. Alcaraz was roughed up by Ruud in the early stages of the match between the two up-and-coming players but roared back from a 4-1 deficit to take the opener with an overhead smash on his third set point. The 18-year-old Alcaraz earned his first ATP Masters 1,000 crown and is the first Spanish man to triumph in Miami after eight previous final appearances by his compatriots, including five by Rafael Nadal.

Carlos Alcaraz confirms arrival among elite with Miami Open win (The Guardian)

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Casper Ruud 7-5, 6-4 in Florida while Britain's Jack Draper won his fourth Challenger title of the season, in France.

His coach, the former No 1 Juan Carlos Ferrero, was not in Miami after the recent death of his father so Alcaraz punctuated each win by writing messages of support to his Alcaraz was out of sync early on, spraying forehands and telegraphing drop shots, but throughout the past month he has rapidly learned how to produce his best level under pressure. In Miami alone, Alcaraz toppled three top-10 opponents with wins against the No 5 Stefanos Tsitsipas, the defending champion Hubert Hurkacz and Ruud. Having been ranked 133rd exactly a year ago, he is now on the verge of joining them with his new ranking of 11.

Carlos Alcaraz On Call From King Of Spain: 'I Was More Nervous ... (ATP Tour)

Carlos Alcaraz reflects on winning his first ATP Masters 1000 title in Miami and receiving a congratulatory phone call from the king of Spain.

"When I won the last point, all the times that I dreamed of this came to my mind," Alcaraz said, describing the match-point celebration during which he collapsed to the court in Hard Rock Stadium. "When I was younger, I dreamed to get a Masters 1000 [title]. When I fell onto the floor, I remembered that. Alcaraz was asked if he still prefers the surface he grew up on, compared to the hard courts on which he posted a 10-1 record across Indian Wells and Miami. "All I can say is I've got two titles on clay and one on hard court," he replied. Playing in his first ATP Masters 1000 final, Alcaraz was able to manage his nerves to overcome a slow start and win the biggest title of his young career. In the professional side, on the personal side, he helps me a lot in both sides. "It's pretty amazing that the Spanish king congratulates you on the hard work that you put every day and your win.

Carlos Alcaraz Soars To Second In ATP Race To Turin, Led By ... (ATP Tour)

Carlos Alcaraz soared to second in the ATP Race To Turin following his historic Miami title. The only man ahead of him is Rafael Nadal.

Seven of the top eight players in the Race are 26 or younger. The 2020 Nitto ATP Finals titlist is 16-5, including a run to the Australian Open final, where he lost against Nadal in five sets. He is 18-2 on the season and pursuing his first berth into the season finale in Turin.

Carlos Alcaraz cements himself as hottest prospect in tennis with ... (CNN)

On Sunday, 18-year-old Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz won the Miami Open, beating Casper Ruud in the final to become the youngest winner of the tournament in its 37- ...

And after becoming the third youngest player Masters 1000 champion after Michael Chang and Nadal, Alcaraz praised the impact Ferrero has had on him, on and off the court. It means that he has something and is going to keep working on that and keep working every day. Alcaraz poses with his first Masters 1000 trophy after winning the Miami Open.Alcaraz was also lauded by Spain's King Felipe VI."I was more nervous [for] that call than the match," a smiling Alcaraz said after winning the Miami Open. "It's pretty amazing that the Spanish king congratulates you on the hard work that you put every day and your win. Many congratulations Carlitos for your historic triumph in Miami," Nadal wrote on Twitter. "The first of many to come, for sure." After winning his first Masters 1000 title, Alcaraz was congratulated by his country's most famous tennis player -- 21-time grand slam winner Nadal, who earned his "King of Clay" moniker due to his dominance on Roland Garros' red stuff." Carlos Alcaraz cements himself as hottest prospect in tennis with first career Masters 1000 titleCarlos Alcaraz celebrates after beating Casper Ruud to win the Miami Open. When you're being praised both by the "King of Clay" and Spanish royalty it's clear you're having a special moment.On Sunday, 18-year-old Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz won the Miami Open, beating Casper Ruud in the final to become the youngest winner of the tournament in its 37-year history.