The 19-year-old Carlos Alcaraz has commented on the fact that he will face two consecutive left-handers in Umag. He defeated Facundo Bagnis (6-0, 6-4) on Friday and will fight against Giulio Zeppieri today.
It’s not usual to play against left-handers, but of course, it’s preparation for the next round. It will be a very difficult match. I have nightmares about Italian players, but I will try to show my best and reach the final.
Alcaraz has lost six matches this year, three of them to the Italians, including Lorenzo Musetti in the final in Hamburg last week.
If the Spaniard beats Zeppieri, he will surpass Stefanos Tsitsipas in the rankings and become world number four for the first time.
It means a lot to me to have the opportunity to be No.4, the chance to achieve that. It’s amazing. I think I’m playing really well. I’m very comfortable here, I’m very confident now, said Alcaraz