Alcaraz stands up for Samu López: "He is the best coach in the world"

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Carlos Alcaraz solved his first match at the 2026 Australian Open with a relatively comfortable three-set victory over Adam Walton. The player from Murcia highlighted his opponent's good performance today and the challenge of finding ways to inflict damage to progress in Melbourne.

During the press conference, Carlitos discussed how his first day of competition in 2026 went, as well as how he will approach the two days without a match at the Australian Open. Lastly, he sought more recognition for Samu López, affirming that he is the best coach he could have.

Alcaraz, standing up for his new coach, Samu López

"It's a bit complicated, I think I have played good tennis here in Australia in the last two years, but I have lost to Zverev and Djokovic, two very good players to face in the quarterfinals. I believe I can do better this year than in the previous two, and I hope to go further."

The toughest part of the first match

Mainly, the pace of the competition is what I find most challenging. Ultimately, playing in front of a crowd, having faced De Miñaur days before, feeling the nerves of being at a Grand Slam, those are things you can't practice in exhibition matches, that's the toughest part. Knowing your body and what's happening at all times, and understanding how to deal with each situation and the level at which you need to play. Gradually, I'll grasp it all."

Two days of rest, what will you do

Tomorrow, I definitely won't rest. I plan to train in the morning, but I also want to play a bit of golf. These are important days to recover for the next match.

Feelings about the new serve

It went very well, very naturally. It's one of the best things I did in the match. It wasn't a planned change; it just happened, and I felt very comfortable, aiming to do it effortlessly, with calmness and tranquility in the movement. The match showed that it's a great asset that I will continue to improve over time.

Samu López, if he needs more recognition

Every person, every coach, is different. Some bring one thing, others bring another. He provides me with everything a coach can offer today. Samu hasn't been a number 1 player or a professional tennis player in the Top ranks, but he is a great technician. He hasn't received the recognition he deserves. Many coaches have been suggested to me, and it's unfair because he is one of the best or the best coach out there now. What he brings you is much of what not many other coaches can provide. 

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