Lorenzo Musetti offered one of the most unique descriptions of Carlos Alcaraz's game. The Italian placed the Spaniard in the realm of football artistry, describing him as tennis'Zinedine Zidane.
To Lorenzo, Carlos resembles a great midfield orchestrator, a creator who shapes the rhythm of the match rather than simply reacting to it. That comparison paints the perfect picture of Alcaraz's identity on the court.
At 22, the six-time Major winner blends precision, vision and authority with a level of creativity rarely seen in modern tennis. The El Palmar native is capable of finding an open court from any position, no matter how hard the rival pushes him.
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He does not just hit the ball - he generates patterns and constructs points with the calm confidence of a player who sees the court differently than everyone else. It's his canvas, and he knows perfectly how to add the right lines and colors.
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The comparison to Zidane, a midfield conductor, fits seamlessly with Carlos' style. He can turn defense into attack in the blink of an eye. In addition, the Spanish artist with a racket produces angels and solutions most players never consider or dare to chase.
Thus, Alcaraz's tennis carries a sense of invention and elegance, drawing millions of new fans into our sport at such a young age. With him, there is always intention and clarity.
When Carlos steps into the court, he does so with purpose, dictating the action and imposing his shots without hesitation. If you want to beat him, you have to step in and overpower him in every segment, including pulling the trigger before him.
Musetti also highlighted the mental authority that defines the El Palmar native. Regardless of the outcome, Carlos competes with his head high, unfazed by pressure moments and fully committed to the choices he makes.
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That blend of creativity and conviction is what makes him a legend at 22, with Carlos becoming the second-youngest winner of six Major titles following his most recent success at the US Open.
Alcaraz's rise brings more than just athleticism and shot-making. It's fueled by the blend of artistry and control that turns every match into a performance. In Musetti's eyes, tennis has found its own midfield genius.
Like Zinedine Zidane in his prime, Carlos shapes the game with imagination and command. The young Spaniard will wrap up the season at the top for the second time in a career, defending the throne from Jannik Sinner.
Alcaraz played 80 matches in 2025 and lifted eight titles from 11 finals, including two Majors and three Masters 1000 shields.
"I would say Carlos is a midfield artist, like Zinedine Zidane. He invents a lot, he creates, he designs plays. The midfield is a position that distributes the ball, so I see a lot of similarity in that.
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We should also mention his personality, as he always plays with his head held high. Carlos is also very strong in that aspect; when he decides to do something, he does it with authority and does not hesitate," Lorenzo Musetti said.
