Former
Roger Federer coach Arnaud Clement has identified a key area for improvement in
Carlos Alcaraz’s game, suggesting that legends like Roger Federer or Rafael
Nadal could guide him in overcoming this challenge.
The
21-year-old Spaniard, already a four-time Grand Slam champion and former World
No. 1, has achieved remarkable success under the mentorship of Juan Carlos
Ferrero.
However,
Clement believes Alcaraz’s decision-making on court could be further refined. "Alcaraz
knows how to do everything; his problem is knowing what to do at what time.
Nadal and Federer could obviously help him in this regard," Clement said.
He pointed
out that Alcaraz sometimes lacks precision during matches, particularly when
fatigue sets in, and advised focusing on better tournament scheduling. "It
depends on what he wants: to go for the greatest number of Grand Slam
victories? He’s off to a good start, but it’s a long-term goal," Clement
added.
Federer’s coaching potential for Tsitsipas
Clement
also commented on Stefanos Tsitsipas, suggesting Roger Federer could be the
perfect coach to improve the Greek player's one-handed backhand, a known
weakness in his game. "Federer had one of the best one-handed backhands in
the history of the game, and Tsitsipas has one of the worst," Clement
asserted.
“What
stands out to me is how little progress there is in this area for the Greek.
This is the most important area in which he can progress in tennis, both in the
exchange and in return,” Clement added. “All this work on varying the
one-handed backhand is fundamental. Tsitsipas is blocked from this point of
view at the moment.”
Clement emphasised the need for Tsitsipas to work on variety and consistency in his
backhand to elevate his overall game. "This is the most important area in
which he can progress in tennis, both in the exchange and in return. All this
work on varying the one-handed backhand is fundamental. Tsitsipas is blocked
from this point of view at the moment," he concluded.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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