Carlos Alcaraz ATP Rueda de prensa US Open 2026

Alcaraz, hungry in the press conference: "I'm going to eat a burrito"

Diego Jiménez Rubio - 7 Sep 2026
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Carlos Alcaraz, hunger at the press conference. Photo: Getty Images.

Carlos Alcaraz exudes charisma from every pore of his skin and captivates fans around the world with his naturalness and cheerful character. Proof of this is the funny episode that took place in the press conference following his victory over Tommy Paul at the US Open 2026, which has quickly gone viral.

The scene occurred when Carlos finished addressing the media in English and was about to answer questions in Spanish. At that moment, the international media began to leave, packing up their recorders and mobile phones, allowing the accredited Spanish media at the New York Grand Slam to prepare to ask their questions. In that brief pause, Alcaraz addressed everyone in Spanish, confessing his feelings.

Alcaraz's naturalness in the press conference with Spanish journalists

"I’m sweating like a true... I haven’t eaten and I'm feeling a bit down. Puff, I'm going to eat a burrito that...", he said with laughter while taking a sip of water. It’s these kinds of confessions that make Alcaraz a relatable guy with fans and journalists, able to transmit good vibes to everyone and win the affection of the people.

Beyond that, this episode also gives us an idea of the physical toughness and demands that come with playing at the pace that Carlos Alcaraz did in the fourth round of the US Open 2026 and how he needs to regain strength after the match. Hoping that the promised burrito will sit well with him, it's time to think about what the Murcian can offer in his matchup against Ben Shelton in the quarter-finals, which promises strong emotions.

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