Mensik: "It is very tough to stay week after week"
The young Czech reveals what lesson he has learned from this season on the circuit: "It's not just about winning."
Jakub Mensik, currently number 48 in the world, is finalizing details for his debut in the Next Gen ATP Finals 2024, where he aims to become the new champion of the competition. Before focusing on his matches, the Czech tennis prospect reveals who he looks up to for motivation to continue growing in the sport of tennis, in addition to confessing what he has learned this season on the circuit.
"The new generation is already on the way. With Sinner, Alcaraz, and all these young players, when I was training or trying to make it to the ATP Tour, I saw that they were reaching the level, and it's helpful to see that happening. The game is always evolving, and all the former players of the Next Gen, myself, and the other younger players are bringing something new."
"I like Sinner. He is a tall player like me and still moves very well. In my opinion, he is similar to me because I am tall and can move well on the court. With the forehand, I have a technique and style similar to Jannik's. I can't be like Alcaraz because he is smaller and stronger. I am slimmer. When you see many tall guys now, they have a great serve and big weapons. My serve is also a big weapon."
What lesson do you take from this season?
"That it's not just about winning. My motto is: we don't lose. I knew from the beginning that it would be very difficult on the circuit. Every day, every week, basically you are losing because at the end of the tournament, there can only be one winner, one champion, and it's always like that. It's very hard to stay week after week to be the champion. That's what it's about, trusting the process. Working hard every day and being the best I can be, and then one day you will be the champion."
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