?He Slips as if It Were Dirt?- 20-Year-Old Carlos Alcaraz Snubs Novak Djokovic for Roger Federer as He Details Strategy to Make It Big at Wimbledon

Carlos Alcaraz marked his territory in the world of tennis in 2022 when he triumphed at the US Open as a young prodigy. With his eyes now set on conquering the grass courts at Wimbledon, Alcaraz revealed an intriguing aspect of his preparation strategy. In a recent interview, he expressed his preference for studying the gameplay of Roger Federer and Andy Murray over that of Novak Djokovic to enhance his performance on grass.

Fresh off his recent win in his debut at the Queen’s Club Championship, Alcaraz showcased his potential by defeating Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech in a thrilling match that lasted two and a half hours. With this victory, the Spanish tennis sensation secured his fifth win on grass and secured a place in the tournament’s second round.

Carlos Alcaraz finds inspiration in grass court masters – Roger Federer and Andy Murray

When asked about his approach to mastering the challenging grass court surface, Alcaraz acknowledged the importance of observing the best players in action. “That helps a lot. I have always said that in grass you have to move well and from there everything else,” he stated. “Speaking for myself, I like to put on videos of Federer, from Murray, who are some of the players who move best on grass.”

However, Alcaraz tactfully avoided discussing Djokovic’s gameplay on grass, suggesting that the Serbian’s playing style might not align with his own. “I’m not going to talk about Djokovic because he slips (on grass) as if it were dirt, and that’s not going to be my case,” Alcaraz remarked. His decision to focus on Federer and Murray reveals his intention to emulate their footwork and movement patterns, which have proven to be effective on grass courts.

The young Spaniard emphasized that his motivation for watching these seasoned veterans was not solely about their shots but also about their court coverage. Alcaraz explained how it’s more about how the players move on the grass court rather than how they hit the ball. By studying their movement, he aims to enhance his agility and positioning on the grass, factors crucial for success at Wimbledon, as reported by Tennis Infinity.

Alcaraz further shares learning from Nadal’s wisdom

In addition to discussing his preference for watching Federer and Murray, Alcaraz also shared his insights on winning matches even when he is not at his best. The young tennis sensation acknowledged the reality that not every game will be played at the highest level, and he has been working on mental fortitude to overcome such challenges.

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“There is a high percentage of games that you will not be comfortable with. And how did he say Rafa (Nadal), those games must be removed. I’m learning to get it, to play badly, but to be mentally well to get it out,” he said.

As the Wimbledon Championships draw near, fans and tennis enthusiasts eagerly await the next chapter in the remarkable journey of this budding tennis prodigy.

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