Former ATP player Jimmy Arias says Alcaraz has highest ceiling of any ATP player: "Better than everybody else"
ATP
Former
professional tennis player Jimmy Arias expressed his opinion that Carlos
Alcaraz is better than the rest of the players.
Former
world No. 5, discussed the current state of the men's tour on the Tennis
Channel Inside-In Podcast and highlighted Alcaraz's performance over the past
year. According to Jiimmy Arias, the 19-year-old Spaniard has reached a higher
level than any other player in the past and present.
Alcaraz's
recent victory at SW19, where he defeated 7-time Wimbledon champion Novak
Djokovic in the final, impressed the tennis world. This achievement is
remarkable considering Alcaraz's limited experience in grass court tournaments
and Djokovic's outstanding form during the tournament.
By winning
Wimbledon, Alcaraz ended Djokovic's streak of four consecutive titles at the
prestigious event and handed him his first defeat on the Centre Court in 10
years. In Arias's view, when Alcaraz is at his best, he is a better tennis
player than Djokovic.
"Before
the Wimbledon final, a couple of people asked me and I said and this maybe
sounds crazy, but he at his best level is better than anybody else. He is
better than Djokovic," claimed Arias.
The
previous encounter between Alcaraz and Djokovic (Novak Djokovic) was in the
semifinals of the 2023 French Open. In that match, although Alcaraz won the
second set, he struggled physically and faced clear physical issues, ultimately
resulting in a victory for Djokovic with a scoreline of 6-3, 5-7, 6-1, 6-1.
Jimmy Arias
commented on Alcaraz's ability to bounce back from the pressure just a few
weeks after the tough defeat:
"I
didn't know if he was going to bring it in a Wimbledon final against Djokovic.
But I did also know he'll be more relaxed than when he was at the French. The
French Open was a strange situation for
him because playing at the time a 22-time Grand Slam champion and he is the
favorite, I thought that was a strange mental hurdle for him. The Wimbledon
final was the other way."
World No. 1
Carlos Alcaraz will face his next challenge at the Masters 1000 Canadian Open,
where he is the top seed and has the opportunity to earn significant points to
extend his lead over Djokovic at the top of the rankings. World No. 2 will not
be participating in the tournament, giving Alcaraz a chance to solidify his
position as the world's number one player.
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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