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On Sunday morning, Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz will begin his defence of the French Open against Japan’s Keshikori.
It is the second Grand Slam of the year, and the start time provisional for the match in Paris at Roland Garros is 11am.
The 22-year old from El Palmar, Murcia, is in excellent form. He has won on clay surfaces at Monte Carlo and Rome.
He also reached finals of the ATP event held in Barcelona.
Carlos Alcaraz stated: “My confidence is high at the moment as I have been playing excellent matches.”
“I’ve won some big wins this clay season.” I’m excited.”
The young Spaniard has been in excellent form at the same as a 3-part documentary called My Way Netflix launched the series in December.
It was hailed for being a very honest portrayal that did not conceal some of his struggles.
He and his team made comments on the need to commit, while also maintaining a balance between work and life.
Alcaraz said that he felt that this balance helped him play better tennis, and enjoy it more.
Alcaraz told the audience in Paris: “I have worked very hard to be here.” Hard work is important, and talent is necessary, but it’s not enough without it.
“I have sacrificed a lot of things over the years. When I was younger to achieve my goal and to achieve my dreams to become a professional player.”
As for the French Open, Alcaraz said: “It occupies a very special place for me as I have watched many Spanish tennis players play there, including Rafa Nadal.”
“I remember as a kid, I used to run home from school and turn on the TV. All I wanted to do was spend the afternoon watching games.”
