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June 19, 2025
Queen’s Club: Carlos Alcaraz always looks calm and full of joy. But behind that smile is a fighter. He has a quiet strength that not everyone sees. It’s that same inner fire that helped him pull off an unforgettable comeback in the Roland Garros final just two weeks ago.
The headlines have shown his big smile. From post-match celebrations to a quick getaway in Ibiza — it’s all been there. But beneath it all, his toughness hasn’t gone anywhere. This week at the HSBC Championships, it’s shining through again.
Alcaraz, currently ranked No. 2 in the PIF ATP Rankings, is chasing another big moment. A win in the second round against fellow Spaniard Jaume Munar on Thursday would be his 15th straight victory. That would be the longest winning streak of his career.
To get ready, Alcaraz hit the court with American player Jenson Brooksby. They trained for 40 minutes under the hot London sun.
Far from the crowd, they practiced on the quiet Court 7. There were no fans watching up close. But from the very first shot, Alcaraz’s focus and energy were impossible to miss.
Alcaraz started with a round of blood flow restriction training. He wore compression bands around his thighs to push his body harder.
After that, he greeted Brooksby with a smile. They began a light warm-up in the middle of the court.
But the relaxed mood didn’t last long. Alcaraz soon unleashed a storm of powerful groundstrokes — deep, sharp, and right on target.
Coach Samuel Lopez stood nearby, watching every move. He stepped in now and then with tips and advice.
Alcaraz worked hard on his crosscourt forehands and backhands. Then he shifted to serve and return drills — a key part of playing well on grass.
Even with the serious vibe, Alcaraz’s flair still showed up. Toward the end, he added a bit of magic. He tried soft drop shots off Brooksby’s powerful serves, showing his creativity and feel for the game.
All week at Queen’s Club, Alcaraz and his team kept the mood light. They usually ended practice with a fun game of tennis golf.
But Thursday was different. There were no games, no jokes. His focus was intense. Every moment was about the mission ahead.
After winning titles in Rome and at Roland Garros, Alcaraz came back to London chasing something bigger — his longest winning streak yet: 15 matches in a row.
Alcaraz made a winning start at Queen’s Club in 2023, taking the title in his first try. Since then, he has built a strong 7-1 record at this ATP 500 tournament, as per the Infosys ATP Win/Loss Index.
He also holds the edge over Munar in their head-to-head battles. Alcaraz leads 2-1. All of those matches were played on clay courts.
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