After the marathon in Cincinnati, Carlos Alcaraz could not hide his emotions, he was close to winning this match, but in the end he had to congratulate his more experienced rival.
Alcaraz still remained in first place on the ATP list, and the marathon in Cincinnati was a great introduction to the US Open, which is scheduled for seven days.
“It will be difficult for me to talk after this, but I will do my best. It’s amazing to play against you. Being at this level and sharing the field with you is truly incredible. “It was such a tense match, but I learned a lot from a champion like Djokovic,” said Alcaraz.
The 20-year-old tennis player could not hold back his tears, as he missed the match point in this final with the score 6:5 in the tie-break of the second set.
“Thanks to my team. We are working hard to stay at this level, to play such matches and finals. I am thankful to have a team and people like you. I learn a lot from you every day,” said Alcaraz.
Finally, he had a message for the organizers and fans in Cincinnati.
“Cincinnati, it was wonderful to play in front of such a crowd. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again – Cincinnati loves me, but I love them too. I will come back even stronger next year,” said Alcraz.
