Carlos Alcaraz, the 21-year-old tennis sensation from Murcia, is putting the final touches on his preparation for the 2025 tennis season. As the new year begins, Alcaraz is focused on one key goal: winning the Australian Open, the first Grand Slam tournament of the year.
Over the Christmas holiday, Alcaraz spent much of his time at home in Murcia, training hard at the Real Sociedad Club de Campo. This is where he first started playing tennis as a young boy. His father, Carlos Alcaraz González, has been running the MET Carlos Alcaraz Tennis Academy at the club for more than 30 years, making it a perfect spot for the young athlete to fine-tune his skills.
During his training sessions, Alcaraz was joined by his coaching team, including Juan Carlos Ferrero, a former professional player, and Samuel López, who worked alongside him on his tactics and game strategy. He also worked with his physical trainer, Alberto Lledó, and physiotherapist Juanjo Moreno to ensure he’s in top physical condition.
Additionally, local tennis professionals Fran Rubio and Alejandro Sánchez were part of the team, offering their expertise and support. With this dedicated team, Alcaraz has all the tools he needs to maintain his high level of performance.
As usual, Alcaraz attracted a lot of attention while training in Murcia. Fans gathered around the courts to watch their local hero in action. It’s no surprise that Alcaraz, who currently holds the number 3 spot in the ATP rankings, continues to inspire and connect with people back home.
Heading to Australia
After spending the holidays in Murcia, Alcaraz is set to fly out to Melbourne for the next stage of his preparations. Before the official start of the Australian Open, he will participate in a couple of exhibition matches against local players in Australia. He faces Alex de Miñaur on January 8 and on January 10, he’ll face Alexey Popyrin.
The Australian Open will be an important moment in Alcaraz’s career as he looks to secure his first Grand Slam title in Melbourne and further solidify his place at the top of tennis
