Carlos Alcaraz is enjoying a statement week at the ATP Finals in Turin. Despite not liking an indoor conditions, the Spaniard has swept all three round-robin rivals, adding 600 ATP points to his tally.
Thus, he defended his ATP Race lead against Jannik Sinner and secured his second year-end no. 1 honor at 22! Carlos felt the pressure but showcased a level of maturity and precision, especially against Taylor Fritz.
The young gun finished the group stage undefeated and set the semi-final stage against Alexander Zverev or Felix Auger-Aliassime. Sinner's coach, Darren Cahiil acknowledged Alcaraz's achievement.
The famous coach of his greatest rival offered warm praise to Carlos and his team, recognizing the magnitude of the accomplishment and the level required to pull it off.
With Sinner chasing all five victories in Turin, Alcaraz's final quest demanded perfection, and he delivered it. The two rivals have been battling for supremacy, sharing notable titles among them and leaving all the rivals behind.
The Spaniard built the advantage following his brilliant streak between Monte Carlo and Tokyo, having reached nine straight finals and lifting seven trophies, including five notable ones.
Thus, he built a massive advantage over Jannik in the year-end no. 1 battle. As was expected, Sinner responded during the indoor season, conquering Vienna and the Paris Masters.
However, Carlos did a fine job at the ATP Finals to keep his great rival behind and join legends on multiple year-end no. 1 honors. His speed, competitive fire and instinct for big points once again proved decisive.
Cahill's congratulatory message highlighted something the numbers already confirm: reclaiming year-end no. 1 spot in an era defined by razor-thin margins is a massive feat.
The El Palmar native earned it with his brilliance, consistency and unwavering belief despite challenges. Even his closest opponentsfully acknowledge it, which is the only right way in a healthy rivalry.
