Hey there, fellow tennis enthusiasts It’s your girl Mia Johnson-Carter here, living the dream in Miami. Today, we’re diving into the latest updates on Carlos Alcaraz’s health and his upcoming match against Andrey Rublev at the ATP Finals 2024.
Carlos Alcaraz, the young Spaniard and 4-time Slam champion, is set to face off against Andrey Rublev in a crucial round robin match. However, there are significant concerns about Alcaraz’s physical condition after he recently battled flu and stomach problems. This health issue was evident in his previous match against Casper Ruud, where he struggled due to poor physical conditions.
In an interview, Alcaraz explained, “A few days before coming here, I got sick. During training I didn’t feel very well but enough to play. Obviously the matches are completely different. Today I didn’t feel well, this morning I had stomach problems. In the long rallies I didn’t feel well at all.” Despite these challenges, Alcaraz managed to practice this morning, showing some slight improvement but still not at his best.
Alcaraz’s coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, provided an update on his player’s condition: “He is struggling to breathe. We cannot say now whether he will play tomorrow or not. We have all played in these conditions, but it is very difficult that he will be at 100%.” This situation has raised questions about whether Alcaraz will be able to continue in the tournament and potentially miss Nadal’s farewell at the Davis Cup.
The ATP Finals in Turin, Italy, feature a star-studded lineup including Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, Daniil Medvedev, Taylor Fritz, Casper Ruud, Alex de Minaur, and Andrey Rublev. The tournament is scheduled to take place from November 10-17, with many fans eagerly watching for updates on Alcaraz’s health.
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