Carlos Alcaraz shares emotional message for father after reaching first Australian Open semi final in Melbourne | International Sports News
Carlos Alcaraz stood tall at Melbourne Park with a smile and a full heart. The world No. 1 reached his first-ever Australian Open semi-final after a strong win over Alex de Minaur. He won the match 7-5, 6-2, 6-1 and ticked off a big dream in his young career. But this win was not just about tennis. It was also about family.Right after the match, Carlos Alcaraz spoke about his father and how much this moment meant to both of them. He shared how having his family and team close makes him feel calm and happy. That support, he said, helps him play better tennis. With the semi-final now set, Alcaraz is chasing another big step at the Australian Open, but he is doing it with his people by his side.
Carlos Alcaraz praises father and team after win over Alex de Minaur
After beating Alex de Minaur, Carlos Alcaraz spoke on court with Jim Courier. He was asked about having his father and brother with him in Australia. Alcaraz answered with honesty and joy.“It’s great for me,” Carlos Alcaraz said. “Sometimes we make jokes in the locker room. Other players tell me, ‘You can’t play a football match with your team.’ It’s funny, but I need it. I need my team and my people around me.”He explained how his team helps him off the court. “They are the reason I play such great tennis because off the court they make me feel great. They make me feel like I’m at home every single time,” he said.Alcaraz then spoke about his father in an emotional moment. “Having my brother and my dad here, part of my family, my uncle as well, it’s been great,” he said. “Living these kinds of things, it was my dad’s dream when he was playing tennis. I’m really proud to see him living his dream with me.”Carlos Alcaraz has been in strong form all tournament. Even after ending his long partnership with coach Juan Carlos Ferrero in the off-season, his support system stayed strong. Samuel Lopez is now his head coach, while his father and brother Alvaro are also with him in Melbourne.Next, Alcaraz will face Alexander Zverev in the semi-final. Zverev beat him at this venue two years ago. Alcaraz knows the challenge ahead.“I have to increase my level,” Carlos Alcaraz said. “He is playing great tennis, really solid and aggressive. We have to be ready, not only me, but my team as well.”Before the match, Carlos Alcaraz plans to rest. He may play a little golf, a habit he enjoys during Grand Slams. “I will try to make the most of my time in these two days,” he said.
