Tennis

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Sinner has had to grind while Djokovic has only had to play two sets (both of which he lost) in the last 4 days.

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Zverev looks a good 7 inches taller than Alcaraz.  Hopefully Carlos has his A game tonight.  He's had some trouble with the German giant. 

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Alcaraz has the best court coverage I've ever seen.  Better than Rafa.  He's not as consistent, but he has more power and speed. 

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Crazy loose game there from Carlos.  That just can't happen at this stage of the tournament.

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VAMOS!!!  Carlos may have read my post. 

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Carlos is now the youngest player to ever win all 4 Majors. 

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Alcaraz is also the youngest player ever to reach 7 slams. 

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Carlos was brilliant, as usual, during the biggest points. There were several times Novak made what seemed to be a great point-ending shot, only to watch Carlos make an amazing return.

So fortunate, as fans, that we get to go right from Nadal/Federer/Djokovic to Alcaraz/Sinner.

[MuggsyB]

Carlos was brilliant, as usual, during the biggest points. There were several times Novak made what seemed to be a great point-ending shot, only to watch Carlos make an amazing return.

So fortunate, as fans, that we get to go right from Nadal/Federer/Djokovic to Alcaraz/Sinner.

Agreed.  But what happens if Carlos elevates his game another notch?  Uh-Oh.
I don't think he's at his peak.  He could become much more consistent and learn to tee off on his backhand down the line more often. 

I have never seen a faster player or anyone with the shot variety Alcaraz posseses.   Fed had a lot of shots too, but Alcaraz has even more tools including his dropper.  As far is pure talent?  Id slot him #1.  That doesn't mean he'll be the GOAT, or surpass 25 slams, but it's certainly possible.  It's about whether he can stay healthy for 12-15 years. 

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Agreed.  But what happens if Carlos elevates his game another notch?  Uh-Oh.
I don't think he's at his peak.  He could become much more consistent and learn to tee off on his backhand down the line more often. 

I have never seen a faster player or anyone with the shot variety Alcaraz posseses.   Fed had a lot of shots too, but Alcaraz has even more tools including his dropper.  As far is pure talent?  Id slot him #1.  That doesn't mean he'll be the GOAT, or surpass 25 slams, but it's certainly possible.  It's about whether he can stay healthy for 12-15 years. 

Agree 100%. He could end up being Rafa and Federer in a blender with more power. Good health, as you say, will be paramount. Plus, some athletes just burn out when they're still great, so that can't be discounted, either.