Carlos Alcaraz's brother tells what the Spaniard did the night before winning Wimbledon

In the world of tennis, successes are not always individual; behind every great champion there is usually a team of people who contribute to the athlete's development and growth.

In the case of the young Spanish prodigy, Carlos Alcaraz, one of the architects of his brilliant career is his older brother, Álvaro Alcaraz. At 23 years of age, Álvaro has been a fundamental support both on and off the court for the talented Spanish tennis player.

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Alvaro Alcaraz, who celebrated his birthday on November 2, has been a constant figure in Carlos' life since his first steps in tennis. In an exclusive interview with Murcia Plaza, Alvaro shared details about the fraternal relationship and the role he plays in Carlos' career.

The young Alcaraz spoke about Carlos' recent success at Wimbledon, where he was crowned champion, an achievement that was a "real treat" to experience with the whole family. The Alcaraz Garfia home has become a special place where the talented tennis player's trophies rest, including two Grand Slam titles: the U.S. Open and Wimbledon.

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In addition to revealing some secrets of family life during tournaments, such as the parcheesi games they played at night in the absence of competitions, Alvaro described the night before the US Open final against Casper Ruud and the motivational strategy they used when watching the movie '300'. Likewise, for the match against Djokovic in the Wimbledon final, they opted for a game of Parcheesi with the team after dinner.

Alvaro was also surprised by Carlos' quick adaptation to grass, a terrain that until recently was unknown to him, and highlighted how his brother improved during the tournament to reach glory in the prestigious London competition.

The love and support that Alvaro gives to his brother in times of downturn or away from home are invaluable. In addition, his experience as a tennis player allows him to be a sparring partner in training and contribute to Carlos' technical development. Trust and good humor between the brothers are essential to maintain a positive atmosphere on and off the court.

The return home after Carlos' victories has been exciting, with people waiting for them and showing their support and affection for the young Spanish champion. In the family's new home, the cups and trophies won by Carlos and other family members will have a special place in a room dedicated to celebrating their sporting successes.

With Alvaro Alcaraz as one of his fundamental pillars, Carlos Alcaraz continues to reap triumphs and conquer the hearts of fans around the world. Brotherhood and teamwork have been fundamental to Carlos' success, and the young Spaniard will continue to leave his mark on the tennis world with the unconditional support of his older brother.