Alcaraz Praises Sinner’s “Crazy” Form
Carlos Alcaraz hailed Jannik Sinner as the top player in men’s tennis, calling his recent form “crazy” ahead of his return to the ATP Tour at the Rotterdam Open. Speaking at his first press conference since his Australian Open quarter-final loss to Novak Djokovic, Alcaraz admitted that Sinner’s dominance makes him the benchmark for all players.
“Jannik is the best right now,” Alcaraz said. “He’s winning everything, making finals, lifting trophies, and staying incredibly focused.” Sinner’s recent Australian Open triumph, where he won his last three matches without dropping a set, has solidified his reputation as one of the most dominant players on tour.
No Regrets Over Australian Open Exit
Reflecting on his Melbourne campaign, the 21-year-old Spaniard dismissed the idea that his loss to Djokovic was a missed opportunity. “Novak played an unbelievable match. Facing him in a Grand Slam quarter-final is always tough,” Alcaraz stated, showing respect for the 24-time Grand Slam champion’s resilience.
Rotterdam Opener Against Van de Zandschulp
Alcaraz, the top seed in Rotterdam, will begin his campaign against Dutch wildcard Botic van de Zandschulp, who previously defeated him at the US Open. However, the Spaniard’s preparations were affected by illness, forcing him to take a break after returning from Australia.
Determined to Overcome Setbacks
Despite the setback, Alcaraz remains optimistic about his chances. “The crowd will probably be against me, but I will enjoy it,” he said, emphasizing his determination to perform at his best regardless of the challenge.
