‘Modern Version of Rafael Nadal’- Serena Williams’ Coach Patrick Mouratoglou Boldly Claims Carlos Alcaraz’s Future

Carlos Alcaraz, the Spanish player has shaken the world with his sudden rise. The tennis prodigy defeated the defending champion of the Miami Open 2022, Hubert Hurkacz. He has now breezed into the finals. Patrick Mouratoglou, the coach of Serena Williams for almost a decade, broke down the gameplay of Carlos and shared his viewpoints on the player’s success and consistency.

Patrick Mouratoglou breaks down the game play by Carlos Alcaraz 

Carlos has become the sensation of the Miami Open 2022. He became the talk of the town when he played with his role model Rafael Nadal in the semi-finals of the Indian Wells. The performance of the player got praise from the legendary Nadal as well. 

Patrick Mouratoglou took to Instagram to break down Carlos’s play. The coach said, “He’s like a machine. He doesn’t have a weakness. He dictates with his forehand. But I think his backhand is amazing. With his backhand, it’s very difficult to turn and hit a forehand because his backhand is fast, flat and he can change direction at any time.”

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He pointed out that even though he is not very tall, however, his serve is still good, if not impressive. He showed faith in the Spaniard and said, “I don’t see anything that would prevent him from potentially winning a slam anytime. As soon as Roland Garros this year.” He appreciated his improvement regarding his running forehand too, which he stated improved. 

Comparison between Rafa and Carlos

MADRID, SPAIN – MAY 05: Rafael Nadal of Spain and Carlos Alcaraz of Spain pose for a picture before their second round match during day seven of the Mutua Madrid Open at La Caja Magicaon May 05, 2021 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Gonzalo Arroyo Moreno/Getty Images)Rafael Nadal was also reminded of his younger days when he saw Carlos play. He believes in his capabilities and has faith in him to become the future champion. Carlos has been thoroughly consistent with his tennis.

Can Carlos Alcaraz reign?

Alcaraz won the semi-finals at 18 years and 11 months to become the fourth-youngest player to reach a Masters 1000 final. Novak Djokovic became the youngest player to clinch the Miami Open title in 2007. It is Carlos’ first time to be in the finals of the Miami Open. He defeated Hubert Hurkacz in straight sets with a score of 7-6 (5), 7-6 (2). He would now play against yet another first time finalist, sixth-seeded Casper Ruud of Norway.

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If Alcaraz wins the final match against Ruud, he would replace Djokovic to become the youngest player to win the Miami Open in its 37-year long history. Can the Spanish player defat the Norwegian player and give a kick start to his winning-title streak?