Alcaraz: "What Sinner is doing is madness"

Diego Jiménez Rubio | 3 Feb 2025 | 07.24

Carlos Alcaraz, expectations in Rotterdam. Photo: Getty Images.

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A new experience, a challenge ahead to give the best of oneself, and a reason to be excited. That is what the ATP 500 Rotterdam 2025 tournament represents for Carlos Alcaraz, who appeared before the accredited media at the Dutch event to discuss various topics, among which his words about Jannik Sinner stood out.

Returning to competition is always a cause for joy, high expectations, and significant motivation for Carlos Alcaraz. The Spaniard is aware that he comes to this ATP 500 Rotterdam 2025 needing to regain the best feelings and achieve something important. Accumulating victories, confidence, enjoying on the court, and improving on indoor courts are essential for a player stepping into this tournament for the first time, being the top favorite for the title after Sinner's last-minute absence, whom he spoke about candidly.

- What does the experience of competing in Rotterdam mean

"For me, it's fantastic to meet new people, live different experiences, and compete in tournaments where I haven't been before. I haven't had the chance to stroll through the city yet, but I love the tournament facilities, and I'm very impressed by the center court. Everything is well organized; there is little distance between the training areas, competition spaces, hotel, etc.," said the player from Murcia.

- Missed opportunity at the Australian Open?

"I don't feel that losing to Djokovic in the quarterfinals is missing an opportunity, especially considering that the season has just started, there are many challenges ahead, and if everything goes as I hope and wish, I will compete in that tournament for the next fifteen years. I believe I can derive many positive things from the defeat against Novak, who played a great match, even though he had to withdraw in the semifinals. Facing him in the quarterfinals of a Grand Slam is one of the worst things that can happen, but now I only look toward the future," he emphasized.

- How has been your preparation for the Rotterdam tournament

"I was at home, spending time with my family, but unfortunately, I had a cold and went through some tough days. I could only train at a high level for two days because I had to rest until fully recovering. Now I feel in top form, and these days at home will help me face the upcoming challenges much fresher mentally," he asserted.

- What do you expect from your debut against Botic Van de Zandschulp

"I've played against him several times, and the last time he beat me in straight sets in New York, so I'm very aware that it will be a tough match. He's a very good player, I know I'll have the crowd against me because he plays at home, but I'll try to have fun, enjoy this new experience, and give my best. I believe I'm ready to do it," Carlitos concluded.

- Comments about Jannik Sinner

"I understand that people talk about who will end up winning more or who will be more dominant, but it's clear that right now the best in the world is Jannik. What he's doing is insane. In all the tournaments he competes in, he reaches the final rounds, has barely lost matches in the last year, and never loses concentration," said Carlos Alcaraz, who will seek to recover his best form in this ATP 500 Rotterdam 2025.

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