Carlos Alcaraz gets bold warning from top coach ahead of US Open battle with Jannik Sinner

Winning five trophies and nearly flawless performance in 48 of 54 games, Carlos Alcaraz has stunned in the 2025 season. Still, there is worry about his preparation for the US Open following his Wimbledon final loss to world number one Jannik Sinner . A top coach has shared key advice that could make or break his hard‑court swing. The tension builds: can Carlos Alcaraz adjust quickly and reclaim his place at the top as the North American Grand Slam approaches?


Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner ready to renew rivalry at 2025 US Open

Carlos Alcaraz, aged 22, has claimed five major titles including his dramatic French Open win in Paris on June 8, 2025 where he came from two sets down to beat Jannik Sinner after saving three championship points.

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That effort tied his head‑to‑head with Jannik Sinner at several finals. However, on July 13 in London at Wimbledon, world number one Jannik Sinner defeated Alcaraz 4‑6, 6‑4, 6‑4, 6‑4 to win his first Wimbledon title and his fourth Grand Slam overall.

Carlos Alcaraz opted out of the Canadian Open in Toronto (July 27–Aug 7) to recover from minor muscle issues and focus on training for the Cincinnati Masters and US Open starting August 24.

Rick Macci ’s advice on court control for Alcaraz’s next Grand Slam push

Renowned coach Rick Macci, known for guiding stars like Serena Williams and Andy Roddick, posted on X (formerly Twitter) that Carlos Alcaraz must improve his “center‑court control” to reach the next level.

He called the Spaniard the “Spanish Cheetah” but cautioned that Carlos Alcaraz often plays too far back and “runs track.” Macci recommends Alcaraz “deal the cards on the rise” and play “with his eyes” to challenge Sinner effectively.

Rick Macci also posted earlier that both Alcaraz and Sinner need to work “smarter” and add “microscopic mental aggressive beliefs on big points” to flip matches in their favor.

Fans and analysts see this advice as timely: Alcaraz’s clay dominance including titles in Monte-Carlo, Rome, and Paris contrasts with his hard‑court needs, as he seeks to regain momentum before the US Open.


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