Carlos Alcaraz Jokes About His Acting Skills After Laver Cup Victory

Move over, Javier Bardem—Carlos Alcaraz has entered the scene! Fresh off his impressive performance at the 2024 Laver Cup, the four-time Grand Slam champion couldn’t resist poking fun at himself, claiming his acting skills were the true secret to his success.

Alcaraz made his Laver Cup debut count, contributing eight crucial points to help Team Europe reclaim the trophy with a narrow 13-11 victory over Team World. In the final match, he delivered a commanding 6–2, 7–5 win over Taylor Fritz, even pulling off a clutch three-game streak when Fritz was just two points away from forcing a third-set tiebreak.

“Where Did You See Tension Today?”

Despite the immense pressure, Alcaraz seemed unfazed throughout the final day of competition. When asked in the post-match press conference to compare the Laver Cup pressure to that of other high-profile finals, Alcaraz joked, “Where did you see tension today?” His light-hearted response gave a glimpse into his playful personality, even in the most intense moments.

From Tennis Court to Hollywood?

While the Laver Cup may have highlighted his incredible forehand and backhand, Alcaraz humorously suggested it was his “acting skills” that helped him hide any nerves. “I acted like I wasn’t nervous at all,” he quipped, adding a bit of levity to his otherwise stellar weekend on the court.

Alcaraz’s cool demeanor under pressure—and now, his sense of humor—continues to win him fans around the globe, both on and off the tennis court.