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Turin, Italy: Despite battling a stomach issue that forced him to cut short a training session, Carlos Alcaraz remains confident ahead of the ATP Finals in Turin. The young Spanish tennis star, who had to forego breakfast due to his upset stomach, admitted that the early termination of his practice on a busy court left him feeling a bit bitter.

However, Alcaraz is determined to bounce back quickly, stating that he is feeling better and better. The runner-up in Turin last year arrives at the season-ending event full of confidence, aiming for his first ATP Finals crown. Since returning from a four-month absence due to a wrist injury in late August, Alcaraz has claimed titles in Tokyo, Vienna, and Paris, as well as reaching the US Open quarter-finals.

He expresses optimism, saying, "Every year I think this is going to be my year here. This time, maybe I'm arriving in the best possible conditions, especially mentally. I'm fresh and really looking forward to facing any difficulties that might come my way." Alcaraz parted ways with his long-time coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, at the end of last season, and looks forward to working with Shelton's new coach.

Despite the change, Alcaraz is excited to see his former mentor and confident in Ferrero's ability to enhance his game.