He no longer feels guilty for trying crazy things," Roddick reflects on the Alcaraz-Sinner final
Alcaraz defeated Italian Jannik Sinner for the fourth consecutive time. Facing off in the Rome final, the Spaniard dominated his main rival in straight sets (7-6, 6-1) to claim his first title in Rome and his third of the season.
In an interview with *The Tennis Channel*, former world No. 1 Andy Roddick analyzed the final of the El Palmar native:
"Oddly enough, all the options Alcaraz has on the court sometimes put him in trouble, but that happens less often in matches against Sinner. When he plays against the world No. 1, he knows he has to use his full repertoire, even all those very unique shots he’s capable of.
He knows he has to use every option available to him. Even if Sinner neutralizes him, he keeps going and no longer feels guilty for trying crazy things, because in a way, it’s mandatory against the Italian. The other thing Carlos has, which most players don’t, is impeccable technique.
He knows how to absorb the heaviness of his opponent’s ball and use it to generate speed, because his technique, preparation, and footwork are exceptional.
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