“I understand!”. Showing the signature to his friend, he happily said: carlos alcaraz stamped on his hat. He was one of hundreds of teenagers and children waiting for the Murcian tennis player to join them after practice in the small stands of track 2 at Roland Garros.
Alcaraz has not lost its smile. He walks around for half an hour with his manager, takes selfies Albert Molina and several security guards. Previously, he was throwing training balls at the fans who were on the track. He spent more time that way than in a light prep session together. Juan Carlos FerreroIt didn’t take more than 45 minutes.
It’s harder than getting a signature alcaraz Phillipe Chatrier will hit the circuit this Friday to see him tackle Djokovic. An acquaintance of the Murcian tennis player bought one. Entry to the third tier for 800 euros, The official price was 90 euros months ago. An agency specializing in sporting events asked for 1,760 euros this Wednesday for one of the stands.
routine change
alcaraz He went to the Roland Garros facilities to rally and after the games he broke up his usual rest and exercise routine at the hotel. This Thursday, he will return to his usual routine at the tournament. WITH Djokovic He was not seen at the facilities on Tuesday before playing against. Karen Khachanovahe also trained on the same track 2, overflowing with fans and with a queue of over 400 meters that eventually left him out of reach.
The age difference between the two viewers was legendary. Alcaraz conquers young people in Paris. Throughout the training session, the banter between Alcaraz and Ferrero contrasted with the seriousness and rigor of concentration displayed by Djokovic, who walked out the back door alone, accompanied by five security guards. fans. .
Ferrero is confident
Before training, Ferrero, along with the international press, analyzed the big date with Djokovic this Friday. “We’re all waiting for that game, but it’s not the time to put favourites. Novak is fighting for history, Carlos is fighting for the second Grand Slam final. They’re going to give 200 percent for sure.”
The Valencia coach was confident but also cautious. “Even if we don’t play 100 percent, we will win 6-2, 6-1 and 6-2.. We are playing against one of the greatest tennis players in history, but Carlos is looking forward to playing the match with Djokovic and believes he can win. He’s ready to do great things in tennis.”
“We have the illusion that we have a player who can win great things”
The Roland Garros champion and world number 3 20 years ago still earned a point in practice from Alcaraz, who laughed when he picked up his coach and friend. in the presence of journalists Ferrero was the first to show his admiration by student. “I am impressed by what they have accomplished in 20 years. We have to believe in him a lot and we have the illusion that we have a player who can win great things, but predicting his future is a mistake. You don’t have to go so fast.”
Admire Djokovic
The previous day, after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas, Alcaraz chose Djokovic as favourites. “He won two titles here and couldn’t win more because he faced the best in history.”
“I won’t say I’m the best, but I feel like the best”
“There is a level invincible”, he said for the Serbian, emphasizing his game. “I was impressed that he hit the ball so well. There are all. Take it out, rest… I fainted. It’s hard to see holes in it. It demands a lot from you at every point and has a lot of extra equipment.”
Alcaraz underlined its success after reaching the semi-finals with first place at Roland Garros. trust before challenge. I won’t say I’m the best, but I feel like the best.”