Carlos Alcaraz Press Conference | 2025 US Open Semifinal

Reaching the US Open Final

• 💡 Carlos Alcaraz expressed pride in reaching the final without dropping a single set, highlighting his improved consistency and maturity.
• 🌱 He attributes this to getting to know himself better both on and off the court, emphasizing the importance of off-court preparation.

Facing Novak Djokovic

• 🎯 Alcaraz secured his first win against Novak Djokovic on a hardcourt, acknowledging the difficulty of playing against such a legend.
• 🧠 He admitted to feeling a little nervous due to the magnitude of playing Djokovic, but not because of previous losses.

Personal & Opponent Improvements

• ✅ Alcaraz identified his biggest improvement as consistency and minimizing "up and downs" in matches, along with meticulous attention to detail.
• 📈 He noted Jannik Sinner's significant improvement in physical condition, allowing him to maintain high performance over long matches.

Preparing for the Final Match

• 🔍 Alcaraz plans to review previous matches against his final opponent (whether Sinner or Felix) to analyze past mistakes and successes.
• 📝 This analytical approach helps him prepare strategically for the final, focusing on what he did well and what needs improvement.

Perspective on Longevity & Focus

• ⏳ Alcaraz shared advice from his coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, to focus on 5-year blocks rather than thinking too far ahead about playing at 35 or 38.
• 👏 He finds Novak Djokovic's performance at 38 impressive, noting his ability to reach Grand Slam semifinals and maintain a high physical level.
• 🚀 Alcaraz feels this is his best level and feeling in a tournament so far, particularly regarding his serve.

External Factors & Focus

• 🏛️ Regarding Donald Trump's expected attendance, Alcaraz stated he would try not to focus on it to avoid nervousness and maintain concentration on the match.
• 🎾 He believes the presence of such figures is great for tennis but prioritizes his own performance.