Carlos Alcaraz Press Conference: Australian Open 2026 Quarterfinal Victory

Fan Appreciation & Support

• 👏 Carlos expressed gratitude for the Spanish fans who attended his matches, noting their "addictive" chants and positive energy.
• 🎁 He mentioned gifting a ball, shirt, and wristband to some fans and hoped they could attend the upcoming semi-final.

Performance & Mindset

• 📊 Alcaraz rated his performance an 8.5 for reaching his first Australian Open semi-finals without dropping a single set.
• 🧠 He emphasized that reaching the semi-finals doesn't relieve pressure, as he focuses on his own path and plays for himself, his family, and his team, not external opinions.
• 🌱 He views any potential loss as a learning experience, not a failure, highlighting his clear objectives and chosen path.

Match Strategy & Dynamics

• 🎾 Regarding the first set, Alcaraz stated he didn't perceive his opponent, Alex de Minaur, as being at his physical or mental limit.
• ⏱️ He understood the match would be long with many opportunities, regardless of the first set's outcome, though he later recognized its importance.

Rest Day Activities

• ⛳ For his two rest days, Carlos plans to play golf and take quiet walks with his team.
• 🎮 He also enjoys playing various games with his team and online friends, mentioning they help pass the time and bring out different sides of them.