World number three Carlos Alcaraz has voiced his frustration with the congested tennis calendar, stating, “They are going to kill us in some way.” The 21-year-old’s comments come after his victory over Ben Shelton in the Laver Cup, marking Alcaraz’s 14th tournament of the year.
Alcaraz, who has claimed two Grand Slam titles this year—the French Open and Wimbledon—and secured a silver medal at the Paris Olympics, has played 50 singles matches in 2024, winning 41 and losing nine. He also suffered a shock second-round exit at the US Open, losing in straight sets to Botic van de Zandschulp.
Concerns About Player Fatigue and Injuries
Alcaraz expressed concern over player injuries, stating, “Right now a lot of good players are going to miss a lot of tournaments because of that [injury].” The packed schedule, according to him, is taking a toll on players’ health and performance.
Struggles with Motivation
Despite his success, Alcaraz admitted that he sometimes struggles to stay motivated due to the overwhelming number of tournaments. “Sometimes, you don’t want to go to a tournament,” he said. “I’m not going to lie—I have felt this way a few times already. I play my best tennis when I smile and enjoy it on court. That’s the best option to keep motivating myself.”
