Former player Guido Monaco who peaked in 2000 when he had his career-best ranking of 1111th in the world thinks that Carlos Alcaraz will end up on crutches soon if he continues the way he plays.
This is not a new stance or opinion as many expressed worry that the way Alcaraz plays is not sustainable long time. It seems like that narrative might be right because recently the Spaniard has been dealing with a lot of minor injuries that keep him away from playing. When he does play he's incredible but if he can't play it won't matter much.
Speaking recently, Monaco shared his thoughts on the Spaniard:
"Alcaraz is really going to have to learn to manage himself, otherwise he's going to end up on crutches at 22. He can't make 80 big splits per match, although we are talking about a very talented athlete. He talked about a problem with his left hand and his back after Miami. He did well, he spent half the tournament on the floor [doing splits]. That's something he has to learn."
Monaco then compared him to Novak Djokovic:
"Djokovic, who has the same type of defensive game, only does it in certain games. Carlos, on the other hand, is still too exuberant and has been exposed to a few too many injuries."
After two months abroad, I am happy to return home but sad because I finished my last match in Miami with physical discomfort. After visiting my doctor @drlopezmartinez in Murcia today and being evaluated, I will not be able to go to Monte Carlo to start the clay court tour.
