Four-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz of Spain has spoken out about the injury sustained by Italian player Lorenzo Musetti in the Monte Carlo Masters final.
Alcaraz commented on the high stakes of the match, noting the significant pressure both players were under. He highlighted that it was Musetti`s debut in a Masters final, making the moment particularly crucial for him. Alcaraz also mentioned his own challenging month leading up to the final and the self-imposed pressure he felt. He acknowledged Musetti`s strong performance early in the match, admitting Musetti`s superior tactics and his own errors.
To regain control, Alcaraz adjusted his strategy, focusing on reducing mistakes and finding his rhythm. He believes the start of the second set was pivotal in shifting the momentum. Musetti`s injury in the second set was disappointing for Alcaraz, who expressed sympathy for his opponent, but voiced confidence in Musetti`s future success in reaching such high-level matches again.
Alcaraz further elaborated on Musetti`s potential in the world of tennis.
He stated that Musetti`s near entry into the Top 10 rankings is not surprising, emphasizing Musetti`s potential to achieve this milestone. Alcaraz pointed out Musetti`s track record of defeating Top 10 players, his ability to compete against the world`s best, and his capacity for consistently playing demanding matches. Alcaraz believes that maintaining this level throughout the year is key for Top 10 status, a feat he thinks Musetti is capable of. Referencing Musetti`s own words about learning to “suffer” during matches, Alcaraz is convinced Musetti will be a contender for major achievements in tennis. These remarks were made by Alcaraz during a press conference.
In the Monte Carlo Masters final, Carlos Alcaraz defeated Lorenzo Musetti with a score of 3-6, 6-1, 6-0. Following the tournament, Musetti climbed to the 11th position in the global rankings.
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