A Dream on the Line: Alcaraz Targets the Australian Open Peak
13 December 2025
Season Kickoff: A Dream Grand Slam
Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz is gearing up for the new season, fixed on a long-awaited dream: to lift the Australian Open trophy and complete the Grand Slam set—the prize that has teased him throughout his rise.
The 22-year-old world No. 1 has already begun preparations, balancing rigorous practice with recovery and aiming to arrive in top form for Melbourne.
Alcaraz recently received Murcia's Best Athlete award, an honor he described as meaningful on both personal and moral levels.
In remarks carried by Marca, he said that being the best athlete in his region brings enormous happiness; nothing is handed to you, you must earn it, especially with so many strong athletes around here.
His professional tally stands at 24 titles, including six Grand Slam crowns, and 2025 saw him collect eight titles, with Roland Garros and the US Open among the standout triumphs that keep him at tennis's forefront.
Looking ahead, he emphasized a holistic plan: physical conditioning, mental readiness, and strategic preparation for the 2026 season, with the Australian Open as the season's opening and main objective.
He acknowledged stiff competition on hard courts but believes this year could mark a turning point, thanks to improvements in training and adaptation to faster surfaces.
A Murcia Detour and a Big 2026
Separately, Alcaraz said he plans to attend the Enrique Roca Stadium in Murcia on Thursday to watch the Round of 16 Copa del Rey clash between Real Murcia and Real Betis, a match he follows closely given his family connections to Seville.
He added that he watches Murcia wherever he is, and noted that his mother's family hails from Seville, linking his journey to his roots.
Punchline 1: His forehand is so precise that even the scoreboard needs a calculator to keep up.
Punchline 2: If winning were a diet, Alcaraz would delete carbs—he'd delete opponents' chances first.
