Former tennis professional Andrea Petkovic has recently critiqued Carlos Alcaraz, highlighting perceived deficiencies in his game during challenging situations. Despite a successful 2024 season, where Alcaraz secured titles at Roland Garros and Wimbledon, Petkovic contends that the young Spaniard lacks a “plan B” when his performance falters.
In a discussion on “The Rennae Stubbs Podcast,” Petkovic remarked: “When Carlos is bad, he is f***ing horrendous. He doesn’t have a plan B… he then can’t make a ball anymore, he’s double-faulting, he’s missing, he doesn’t even get into a rally.”
She contrasted Alcaraz’s adaptability with that of players like Alexander Zverev, Jannik Sinner, and Novak Djokovic, suggesting that these athletes maintain a more consistent level of play even when not at their peak. Petkovic noted that while Alcaraz has achieved significant victories, including a 3-0 record against Sinner in 2024, his performance can be erratic, leading to unexpected losses.
This critique has sparked discussions within the tennis community. Portuguese journalist José Morgado offered a differing perspective, suggesting that Alcaraz’s issue might be an overabundance of strategies rather than a lack of alternatives. Morgado commented, “He actually has a plan B, C, D and E. And most of the times that’s the real problem.”
As the 2025 season approaches, Alcaraz has expressed ambitions to complete a Career Grand Slam by securing a victory at the Australian Open. Achieving this would make him the youngest male player to win all four major titles, surpassing the record set by Rafael Nadal.
Petkovic’s observations underscore the challenges that even top-tier athletes face in maintaining consistency and adaptability under pressure. Alcaraz’s response to such critiques and his performance in the upcoming season will be closely watched by fans and analysts
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