Following Sinner’s victory at the Wimbledon championship a couple of months prior, Alcaraz became keenly aware of the adjustments he needed to implement to prevent a similar outcome in New York.
Alcaraz, alongside his coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, promptly pinpointed the areas that demanded improvement, though they are keeping those specifics undisclosed.
“Certainly, Simone [Vagnozzi, Sinner’s coach] might overhear,” Ferrero mentioned soon after his player secured the victory.
Alcaraz demonstrated an exceptional level of play at Flushing Meadows, not conceding a set until the final match, and maintained a nearly impenetrable service game.
The manner in which the 22-year-old reclaimed the US Open title and the top ranking reflects the dedicated effort he has put into enhancing his overall skillset.
At the beginning of the year, Alcaraz and Ferrero emphasized the significance of refining his serving technique.
While the initial serve continued to be an ongoing developmental area, ultimately faltering in his Wimbledon defeat, it proved pivotal to his achievements over the past two weeks.
The data highlights this:
Alcaraz’s success across all aspects of the game, not solely the serve, stemmed from an enhanced mental approach, in addition to technical improvements.
Having often faced criticism for lapses in concentration and allowing opponents to regain momentum, Alcaraz maintained unwavering focus throughout the entirety of the tournament.
This focus enabled him to serve with both speed and accuracy, as well as to introduce variety into his rallies, employing spin, slice, and power to confuse Sinner.
Alcaraz attributed his consistent concentration to his growing maturity.
“In my opinion, this tournament has been my best, from the very first round until the conclusion,” he stated.
