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The Spanish tennis star, Carlos Alcaraz‘s ascent on the ATP tour has been remarkable. As the young Spaniard inches towards a potential second US Open title win, a fresh choice by Alcaraz has ignited interest and worry among fans. In a recent interview, Alcaraz shed light on his unusual way of dealing with preparation and rest days. Alcaraz stressed that his choice not to rehearse on rest days isn’t conceived out of smugness. It is rather a calculated move to keep up with his strength in the long run.

The Spaniard comprehends that remaining fit is vital in a game as demanding as tennis. While some might scrutinize his methodology, the proof is in the pudding. He had a habit of winning straight matches in a row of high-pressure tournaments.

Carlos Alcaraz shares his unconventional training approach amid his strong run at the US Open

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Carlos Alcaraz and his journey at the 2023 US Open has been set apart by great triumphs. However, his new victory over Matteo Arnaldi accompanied an unforeseen concern. While he has success in straight sets, the sight of Alcaraz wearing a leg strap worried his fans and other viewers. Any sprinkle of injury, particularly as he moves toward the finals, raises genuine worries about his capacity to mount a serious challenge in the semifinals and, probably, the final.

In a recent interview with ATPTour, Alcaraz shared, “I’m not worried about that because I know it won’t happen to me. What worries me, so to speak, or what might be a concern for me in the future, is injuries.”

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Alcaraz’s obligation to his remarkable training routine points to his psychological strength. He solidly accepts that keeping a fresh mental state is also crucial for his physical wellness. His capricious methodology permits him to re-energize intellectually. Alcaraz explained, “I’m doing things very well and I feel good. Mentally, I’m fresh. Why change things if it’s working? “

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Alcaraz played for quite a while at the 2023 US Open, around 8 hours and 36 minutes. The long hours on the court show his endurance and sturdiness. His upcoming rival, Alexander Zverev, is a strong opponent, so the Spanish legend in the making should save energy and stay away from wounds in such intense matches.

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Alcaraz’s journey to success hasn’t been without its challenges. Unlike some athletes who choose to gloss over difficult times, he had chosen to openly share his experiences and emotions with the world.

Alcaraz once shared details about his remarkable Grand Slam triumph and his aspirations to emulate the Big Three

The young Spaniard accomplished his very first Grand Slam triumph at the young age of 19. After his achievement, he underlined the meaning of three crucial components that played an essential part in his success. Alcaraz had commented on the incredibly elevated degree of rivalry during the competition. In 2022, he communicated his bewilderment at his psychological strength.

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Alcaraz had also proceeded to open up about his reverence for the persevering strength of the Big 3 in tennis. He had admired their ability to remain at the zenith of the game for a very long time. While Alcaraz had avoided direct correlations, he will certainly try to emulate their achievements.

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