Alcaraz, on playing for Spain: "It is what motivates me to fight until the last ball"

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Despite not being an easy task, Carlos Alcaraz reacted perfectly against Tommy Paul to continue without dropping a set in these Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The Spanish player now confirms his presence in the semifinals of the event held in the French capital, getting closer to his dream of winning a medal. Minutes after his match, Carlitos talked to Eurosport about the importance of this victory.

Alcaraz's Beautiful Words for Spain

"Today was a battle, pure fight, pure grit. Physically, we are not at our best, let's not fool ourselves. Today I woke up quite tired from yesterday, which was quite intense," confessed Carlitos to Àlex Corretja. "We are in the Olympics, playing for Spain, which for me is one of the most beautiful things in the world and that's what lifts you up and makes me not think about tiredness, but to give everything I have."

"I went out on the court trying to play with great intensity. I knew that Paul was a very energetic player, he has great shots and I had to be very alert, fight for every ball. In the second set, I started feeling that tiredness, but I remind myself that I don't play just for myself, but I play for all Spaniards, and that's what motivates me to fight until the last ball."

Do you feel the love from Spaniards?

"When I arrive at Roland Garros, the atmosphere is completely different from the tournament itself. There is much more animation, people from different countries, and I notice that there are many Spanish flags, many shirts, and a lot of people cheering; everything is more euphoric. Likewise, on the phone, it's the same, also on social media and the messages I receive. It's very beautiful to represent Spain."

How will you prepare for the semifinals?

"Now it's time to rest as much as possible, take cold baths, do contrasts, physio, and have a good dinner and eat well. We have to do everything possible within our reach for tomorrow, and obviously, I know that tomorrow will be another battle just as or even more complicated."

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