Alcaraz says team events bring back ‘joy’ of tennis
Carlos Alcaraz was in a positive mood on the eve of the Laver Cup, saying he relished being part of a team in a sport dominated by individual competition.
Carlos Alcaraz has announced his intention to reduce his tournament appearances in the future, attributing the increasing number of injuries in tennis to an overwhelming and challenging calendar. The three-day Laver Cup tournament in London, set to take place at the O2 Arena from Friday, offers a respite from the usual grueling schedule, allowing players to reconnect with the joy of the sport and foster team spirit.
The event features a high-profile lineup, with Europe's challenge led by world number three Carlos Alcaraz and US Open champion Alexander Zverev, while Team World comprises players like Alex de Minaur and Taylor Fritz. Alcaraz, a seven-time Grand Slam champion, expressed his enthusiasm for team events, stating that they provide him with a much-needed boost of positivity when transitioning to non-team tournaments.
Zverev, who is targeting the world number one spot currently held by injured Jannik Sinner, is focusing on the collective goal of winning the Laver Cup and bringing it back to Europe.
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