Alcaraz explains how the conditions change from Monte Carlo to Barcelona: "There is more clay, so.."

Carlos Navarro | 15 Apr 2025 | 19.25

Carlos Alcaraz. Source: Getty

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Carlos Alcaraz is back at the Conde de Godó 2025. The Murcian was eager to be the protagonist of this sentence: there are not many tournaments as close to his home or as well suited to his tennis. He has won here twice and returned this afternoon with a solid victory against a key player, Ethan Quinn. It wasn't a challenge-free evening: he needed to save a set point to avoid spending an unnecessary amount of time on the court, which he explained in the press conference where he also addressed some curious words from Carlo Ancelotti and defended the role of his team's coaches.

- Feelings after returning to the Conde de Godó

"I think it was a bit of a tricky match. The early sets at the beginning of each tournament are challenging, and adapting to different conditions in such a short time is a bit difficult. Being able to play in Barcelona is unique and special for me. Although there were tough moments when I didn't feel quite right, I felt that I enjoyed myself and had a good time. At times my game wasn't at its best, the weather was a bit unpleasant too, with gusty winds that made it hard to anticipate which way they were blowing, hindering gameplay a bit. It was a match that was pulled through, not by playing brilliant tennis, but I hope to improve for the next round."

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