No quiero ser considerado favorito en la gira de tierra.

The Spanish tennis player, Carlos Alcaraz, shared his thoughts in Barcelona on Monday ahead of his debut on Tuesday at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell-72º. He expressed his desire to focus on building confidence rather than labeling himself as a favorite on clay, which culminates at Roland Garros.

«In Monte Carlo, I had confidence, and I genuinely hope to win, but it’s important to find my rhythm on clay. Building on this confidence gives me a boost for the upcoming challenges, but I don’t consider myself a favorite. There are many young players who could perform well,» Alcaraz stated.

At 21 years old, Alcaraz emphasized the importance of staying true to himself and finding joy in his game. He mentioned, «I will prioritize what truly matters to me – enjoying the game, whether I win or lose. I don’t want to set unrealistic expectations for myself. I don’t believe I am at my peak performance level yet.»

Therefore, Alcaraz aims to continue adjusting to the clay court season and maintaining a good level of play. He reflected on his recent successes and the privilege of returning to Barcelona, a place he considers home.

Despite being unable to compete in the previous edition due to an injury, Alcaraz is thrilled to be back in Barcelona with a Montecarlo title under his belt, feeling confident and physically prepared to compete. He looks forward to the support from his fans in Spain.

Alcaraz acknowledged the scrutiny that comes with being a successful athlete and emphasized the importance of focusing on what truly matters. He highlighted the learning process that comes with facing challenges and handling expectations.

Looking ahead, Alcaraz expressed his desire to play his best tennis and entertain the spectators. He mentioned the pressure that comes with performing but emphasized the importance of enjoying the game and staying true to himself.

As he prepares for the upcoming tournament in Barcelona, Alcaraz is confident in his abilities and determined to maintain a high level of play. He values the support from his fans and looks forward to competing on the clay courts.

In conclusion, Alcaraz is focused on his journey in tennis, aiming to continue improving and enjoying the game. He is grateful for the opportunity to compete in Barcelona and hopes to make his fans proud with his performance on the court.

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