Alcaraz: "Today has been the best match I have played in Monte Carlo"

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It hasn't been the most brilliant match for either side, but what matters for Carlos Alcaraz is the victory over Alejandro Davidovich, in two sets as well, leading him to the grand final of the 2025 Monte Carlo ATP Masters 1000. The Spaniard, currently ranked number 3 in the world, has shown great game this week at the Monegasque tournament, seeming to have shed all the pressure he admitted to feeling before the event began.

Carlitos will head into Sunday's final as the favorite, and whether he wins the title or not, he has already gained the confidence of securing several consecutive victories in this tournament. Leaving behind the blurry times of ups and downs experienced in America, the young Murcian makes clear his intentions for this clay-court season, starting with a great opportunity and demonstrating his ability to bring out great tennis to face some matches where inspiration might not play as big a role.

About his performance this week in Monte Carlo

"I am happy to reach this level, but I think I can do better. At the start of the week, with the first clay-court tournament, you focus on adapting to the conditions," said Carlos Alcaraz during the press conference minutes after his victory over Alejandro Davidovich in Monte Carlo. "The ball comes differently, the game on clay is different. Now that I've reached this level, I have to keep improving and, if possible, raise it for the final."

The prospect of facing Djokovic at Roland Garros

"It's always fantastic to face Djokovic, he's always a very tough opponent. Against him, you can see what level you're at. It could be something great, but there's still a long way to go. A lot can happen during tournaments or the week prior to it, so we'll see."

What is it like to play against a friend?

"Well, you can probably play with a bit more ease because you already know each other, know his level. You know the things he's going to do, can predict sometimes the shot he'll go for. That makes it a bit easier to face someone you know quite well. On the other hand, it's complicated because the friendship we have off-court is very good. Having a battle with a friend for a spot in the final of a Masters 1000 can be tricky. I'm happy to have been able to put aside that friendship, be a bit selfish, and focus on myself."

Has the pressure eased off?

"Since Jannik cannot play tournaments, many people have asked me about it and talk about the subject, about how crucial this moment is for me to regain the number one spot or to win tournaments. Probably, in a way, I have thought too much about it instead of playing good tennis and enjoying being on the court and in the matches. After Miami, I realized the path I need to follow, the things I need to do. I don't have to think about the results or anything else, I just have to have fun.

That's the most important thing for me, and not pay attention to expectations or what people say about you. That's what I'm trying to do, and I think it's going well so far. Today has been the best match I've played so far in this tournament. I didn't let him in, dominate, or come back. I showed my good tennis throughout the match."

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