Alcaraz: "I believe and hope that this year things will be different in Australia"
Spanish explains the complexity of performing at his highest level in the Australian Open and acknowledges that winning it is his top priority for 2026.
It is the only Grand Slam he still does not have in his record. He could become the youngest player of all time to win the four majors and is clear that this goal is more than motivating to put in a great effort during the preseason. Carlos Alcaraz has focused his attention on the 2026 Australian Open, something he talked about at an event held in Murcia.
Awarded for the fourth consecutive year as the best athlete in the Region of Murcia, Carlos Alcaraz took a few minutes to chat with accredited media at the event, making clear statements regarding his expectations for the 2026 Australian Open. The Spanish tennis player is fully aware of how important it would be to be crowned champion in Melbourne, something that would allow him to take away the record of precocity from Carlos Alcaraz when it comes to winning the four Grand Slam titles.
Alcaraz reveals why he finds it harder to compete at the highest level at the Australian Open
"This week I start the preseason, I am excited to work well and prepare physically and mentally as best as possible for the start of the year. My clear goal for 2026 is to win the Australian Open. The good and the bad thing is that it is the first tournament of the year. I want to be ready to perform at a high level," said the Spanish player, who has played 15 matches in Melbourne, with a record of 11-4, but without progressing beyond the quarterfinals so far.
Asked why this tournament is more challenging for him than others, Carlos Alcaraz was straightforward. "The fact that it takes place at the beginning of the season makes it complicated for me to arrive with competitive rhythm, but I wouldn't say that I perform poorly, rather that other players handle that context better. I believe I have played very good tennis in Australia, and small details have led to my defeats. I lack that final push to advance, but I think and hope that this year will be different," affirmed the young player from Murcia, motivated for the 2026 Australian Open.
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