Ferrero: Alcaraz was born to make big scenes

When Alcaraz faced a 3-5, 0-40 score in the fourth set of this year's French Open men's singles final, and his opponent Sinner won three consecutive championship points, Espanyol's coach Ferrero knew that the end was near, but he knew his disciple would never give up.

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'I think his strength is to always believe in miracles until the last ball hits. He's always trying, never stopping," Ferrero said, "When he was down 40-0 in the fourth set and the score was 5-3, he looked at me with the look in his eyes and that clapping gesture, clearly saying, 'I'm still fighting,' and shouting, 'Come on.'" "

"I wasn't sure he could come back from 5-3, 0-40, Carlos always did miracles and he did it again. It's incredible. "

Alcaraz still holds the record of winning all five Grand Slam finals, and this year's French Open final was the Spaniard's first career defeat at a Grand Slam tournament.

"He's born to be big," Ferrero commented, "and from the time he was a teenager competing in the Challenge, the 250, the 500, he always took advantage of big opportunities. "

Ferrero stressed that the team always urged Alcaraz to stay attacking in high-pressure moments. Especially in the tie-break of the deciding set, Alcaraz was near-perfect, especially with his stunning forehand winner who sealed the victory, which is destined to become a classic.

"We focused on his mental qualities at crucial moments such as the tie-break in the fifth set," Ferrero said, "and he attacked with all his might from the first point and always maintained amazing courage and aggression. "

Ferrero, who has played against Federer, Nadal and Djokovic in their prime, pointed out that the confrontation between Alcaraz and Sinner is of great significance to the tennis world: "In an era when Roger and Rafa are fading out and Novak is still holding on, it is a great thing to have such a new generation of confrontation. The competition between the two youngsters for major trophies is a blessing for the whole sport of tennis. "

"This contest has forced both sides to keep improving. They understand that they have to play at their best to beat each other, and this rivalry is sure to push the two men to new heights over and over again. "

(Compiled by Faye Wong, Photo/Visual China)