Alcaraz Criticizes Extended Masters 1000: "They Tell Us We Have More Rest Days, but in the End, You Don’t Actually Rest"
A few days after winning the Monte-Carlo Masters 1000 and securing a quarterfinal spot in Barcelona, Carlos Alcaraz continues his strong momentum since the start of the European clay season.
The world No. 2 also took the time to share his thoughts on the 12-day Masters 1000 format:
"I prefer the one-week ones. It’s much better for tennis. From the start of the tournament or the second round, we see high-level matches. Fans can truly enjoy the tournament from the first round.
As a player, having the tournament last just one week reduces the number of days you’re away from home. They tell us we have more rest days, but in the end, you don’t actually rest. You still have to keep training and mentally preparing.
Staying at the top of my game and 100% for two weeks is complicated. I much prefer—even if they’re more demanding—the one-week Masters 1000s."
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