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Alcaraz reveals which is the opponent that motivates him the most to see in the draws

Fernando Murciego | 18 Feb 2026 | 08.42
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Alcaraz confesses which is the rival that motivates him the most when he looks at the draws. Source: Getty
Alcaraz confesses which is the rival that motivates him the most when he looks at the draws. Source: Getty

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Carlos Alcaraz passed the first test yesterday at the ATP 500 in Doha to advance to the round of 16. He still has several challenges to overcome before aiming for the title this weekend, but the Spaniard's mind is already contemplating how the final round in Qatar could unfold. And most importantly, against whom. The player that motivates him the most to bring out his best version is not a mystery for Alcaraz, as he openly admits that Jannik Sinner is that player.

“Having Jannik in the draw is always good, you always want to match up, hopefully we can reach a final. Those are the moments you work for, to reach the final rounds, whoever the opponent may be, but... obviously, I won't lie: when Jannik is in the draw, you feel that it's much more likely to reach the final rounds and that motivates me to bring out my best level,” expressed the World No. 1 in statements collected by AS.

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