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Tennis – Australian Open – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 21, 2022 Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz reacts during his third round match against Italy’s Matteo Berrettini REUTERS/Morgan Sette
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Tennis – Australian Open – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 21, 2022 Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz reacts during his third round match against Italy’s Matteo Berrettini REUTERS/Morgan Sette
Carlos Alcaraz Garfia is the next-gen star to watch out for this season. The Spaniard is having an excellent run at the Australian Open 2022. Moreover, his previous season was a massive success. He had a consistent run in the tournaments in 2021.
Furthermore, he also managed to win the Next Gen ATP Finals in Milan, Italy, towards the end of the season. His ATP rankings have constantly been on the uprise. Further, his achievements on the court thus far have brought him into the limelight.
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Carlos Alcaraz goes down fighting to Matteo Berrettini
The Spaniard went down to the Italian seventh seed 6-2, 7-6 (7-3), 4-6, 2-6, 7-6 (7-5) in 4 hours and 10 minutes at the Rod Laver Arena. The 18-year-old gave his best on the court but could not sustain the pressure at crucial moments as he eventually exited the tournament.
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Tennis – Australian Open – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – January 21, 2022 Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz in action during his third round match against Italy’s Matteo Berrettini REUTERS/Morgan Sette
However, the Italian was full of praise for Alcaraz. Berrettini said, “I think at his age I didn’t even have ATP points. He’s impressive. He can only improve playing matches like this. He showed everybody his potential.”
Berrettini. "At his age I didn't even have an ATP point".
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) January 21, 2022
"He's unbelievable. At his age I didn't even have an ATP point," says Matteo Berrettini of Carlos Alcaraz… "He's impressive. He can only improve playing matches like this. He showed everyone today his potential – luckily today I won, but congrats to him." #AusOpen pic.twitter.com/yTNQ8Knvjt
— Tennis Majors (@Tennis_Majors) January 21, 2022
Rolex announces partnership deal with Carlos Alcaraz
Earlier, rewarding the Spaniard for his brilliant run, the Swiss watch designer and manufacturer has included the 18-year-old on its roster. Alcaraz joins the Rolex family that includes the likes of Roger Federer and Garbine Muguruza amongst others.
18 years old Carlos Alcaraz signs with ROLEX. pic.twitter.com/6LU6i2tfF2
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) January 20, 2022
Further, reacting to this news, Alcaraz wrote, “Very happy and excited to be part of the Rolex family.” He shared the post via his official Instagram handle.
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Further, playing in just his second Australian Open, the Spaniard has dominated his opponents in the first two rounds. Speaking at the press conference post his second-round victory, Alcaraz said that he was very happy with his performance.
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The Spaniard’s Australian Open 2022 campaign
The 18-year-old has had a solid start to the new season. Moreover, his second-round victory will enable him to leapfrog Swiss legend Roger Federer in the ATP rankings when they are updated post the Australian Open. Further, he won his opening two rounds in dominating fashion without dropping a set.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 03: Carlos Alcaraz of Spain celebrates after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece during his Men’s Singles third round match on Day Five at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 03, 2021 in New York City. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
At only 18, the Spaniard has a bright career ahead of him. Can the gen-next star continue his amazing run? Do let us know your views in the comments below.
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