Following in the footsteps of Rafael Nadal as the second Spanish to reach five great men of men’s singles, Alcaraz could imitate his childhood hero by beating his fifth Major at the same age: 22 years, a month and three days.
Wimbledon’s two -time champion took only 82 matches to reach 70 wins in Slams – faster than everyone except Bjorn Borg and John Mcenroe, who took 81.
He has improved his record of Clay this season for 21 wins in 22 matches – including title wins in Monte Carlo and Rome – after Lorenzo Musetti retired with injury when he drags on the semifinal.
“Most of the time, it’s just suffering,” Alcaraz said when asked what would be needed to beat Sinner or Djokovic after winning Friday’s first semifinal.
“But my favorite thing is that it gives me feedback on how I can be a better player.
“I think this is important, and this is beautiful. Even if I get it or not, it gives you a lot of statistics and feedback.”
In the sinner, he added, “He’s the best tennis player now. I mean, he is destroying all opponents.”
