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The world of tennis is blessed with an honorable hierarchy of players. Players have always shown a token of respect for their coaches and in return, some coaches also prove to be rewarding for not just their mentees, but for players who actually possess talent. Serena Williams‘ ex-coach Patrick Mouratoglou has been known for sharing regular tennis tips and tricks on his Instagram. Recently, he analyzed and explained the forehand technique of Carlos Alcaraz and justified what makes his forehand unbeatable.

Patrick Mouratoglou has given most of his recent years to guiding big names in the tennis world like Serena Williams, Holger Rune, Grigor Dimitrov, and several others. As the 53-year-old analyzed the rising tennis star Carlos Alcaraz’s playing action, the enthusiasts received a surprising justification for an excellent move.

Serena Williams’ ex-coach gives valuable forehand tips using Carlos Alcaraz’s example

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Renowned tennis coach Patrick Mouratoglou, famed for his coaching expertise with legendary players like Serena Williams, took to Instagram to break down the secrets behind Carlos Alcaraz’s lethal forehand. In a tutorial reel, Mouratoglou appreciated the great performance of Carlos Alcaraz this year along with giving a deep dive into the technicalities of his game-changing forehand.

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“Carlos Alcaraz has been playing amazing this year. Let’s have a look at his killer forehand, “ said Mouratoglou, as he began dissecting the master forehand of the young tennis star. He highlighted Alcaraz’s unique approach, talking about the Spaniard’s early initiation of the forehand motion. The coach pointed out that Alcaraz positions his body and generates the backswing well before the ball touches the ground.

As Carlos Alcaraz sets his sights on concluding the year on a high note at the Nitto ATP Finals, Mouratoglou’s insights provide tennis enthusiasts with a closer look at the Spaniard’s lethal weapon–his forehand–warning them for facing a blend of precision and spin that has become the talk of the tennis world.

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Mouratoglou’s sarcastic response over competing against Holger Rune

It wasn’t just Carlos Alcaraz that Patrick spoke about. The seasoned tennis coach recently shared a light-hearted video, showcasing his skills on a clay court. In the post, Mouratoglou revealed the art of seamlessly switching between defense and offense during a tennis rally, leaving fans amused by his consistent victories in each clip.

One curious fan asked if Mouratoglou could replicate his success against his ex-mentee, Holger Rune. The Frenchman, known for his sense of humor, responded with a candid admission, stating, “I have Zero Chance to even score a game!” This sarcastic interaction not only showcases Mouratoglou’s coaching expertise but also highlights the feeling of respect he shares with his former mentees, giving a lighthearted touch to the competitive world of tennis.

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