I will try not to think about the fact that I am playing in front of him," Alcaraz questioned about the announced presence of Donald Trump for the US Open men's final.
The New York Times revealed on Friday that Donald Trump, the 47th President of the United States, will be present in the stands of Arthur Ashe Stadium for the men's final on Sunday.
An unexpected appearance from the American leader, who has not set foot in Flushing Meadows since 2015. Having qualified for the US Open final after his victory against Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz was asked about this news:
"It is a privilege for the tournament that the president of a country supports the tournament and tennis. I will try not to think about the fact that I am playing in front of him. I don't want to be nervous because of that, but I think it's great that the president is here for the final.
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