Tabilo: "I have spent less than a month at home so far this year"

Diego Jiménez Rubio | 19 Sep 2024 | 22.44

Alejandro Tabilo to Participate in Laver Cup 2024. Photo: gettyimages

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The experience that Alejandro Tabilo faces as a debutant in this Laver Cup 2024 could have a significant impact on his career, and the Chilean reaffirmed this in the conversation held with Puntodebreak in Berlin. At 27 years old, the current world number 22 spoke on various current issues, such as the toughness of the tennis calendar.

Being part of an event like Laver Cup 2024 is a great privilege, but above all, it's recognition for a job well done. Alejandro Tabilo has many reasons to be proud of his season, and these days surrounded by legends of the sport and top players could be the turning point for him to regain positive momentum after struggling to win matches in recent months. The Chilean granted an interview to Puntodebreak ahead of the competition pitting Europe against the Rest of the World.

The Chilean has played a total of 49 matches so far this season, in addition to the four that earned him victory at the Aix-en-Provence Challenger. The most noteworthy highlights of his year have been the two ATP 250 titles won in Auckland and Mallorca, along with the commendable semifinals at the ATP Masters 1000 Rome 2024, which included a victory over Djokovic and had a significant impact globally. His last triumph came at the Canada tournament, followed by a string of six consecutive losses, a negative streak from which he will try to break out in Berlin.

How do you approach this competition after a long journey from China and all the physical and mental strain accumulated?

I'm very excited. I've recovered well and believe I can adapt perfectly to this surface. I'm eager to give my best and contribute to the team; I'm prepared and very happy to share this week with great legends of our sport.

What does it mean to you to have been selected to compete in the Laver Cup 2024?

I think this is a reward for the great year I've had; it's a great honor for me to have been chosen, and I look forward to contributing as much as possible to the team. It's a good opportunity to learn from the other players.

A few days ago, Jack Draper said he doesn't believe that young players nowadays can have long careers due to the toughness of the current schedule. What's your opinion on this?

We have to adapt and find ways to avoid burnout. It's clear that the schedule is very demanding; I've played many matches and am working with my team to find ways to adapt so that it doesn't take a toll at the end of the year. The hardest part is maintaining the intensity and routines we need to compete well throughout the year. Being away from home for so long is tough; ultimately, being surrounded by loved ones is the most important thing for anyone, and with this schedule, it becomes challenging.

How many weeks have you spent at home so far this year?

I would say between three and four weeks. It's been a long time since I've been home; I haven't been able to visit Chile since before the Canada Masters 1000, and it shows. But we have to find a way to ensure that the schedule doesn't take a toll because it will always be like this.