Many friends” and “a pretty little watch” at Alcaraz’s celebration in Paris: “My priority is enjoyment, even if some people don’t think the same way I do.

In an era dominated by uncertainty,  Carlos Alcaraz  stands firmly on his path, choosing to follow his instincts in a sport that can often be unpredictable. “I don’t know what will happen in the future, or where I’ll be in five years. My priority is to  enjoy  this journey,” he remarked after securing his second  Roland Garros  title. Surrounded by a supportive group of friends and family, Alcaraz demonstrated that unity plays a significant role in achieving success. This vibrant assembly, composed of his  parents ,  brothers ,  grandmother ,  uncle , and a close circle of friends, could be heard cheering passionately as he battled against  Jannik Sinner  in a historical match.

As the match reached its climax, Alcaraz celebrated an iconic comeback, falling flat on the red clay as he reveled in his achievement. The excitement was palpable as he embraced the members of his team, starting with his coach,  Juan Carlos Ferrero , before moving on to his friends and family. The moment encapsulated the essence of tennis—a sport cultivated by hard work and the backing of loved ones.

A Historic Comparison

The trophy ceremony yielded several memorable images, perhaps none more surprising than Alcaraz playfully poking his head into the trophy, awed by his triumph. Another significant capture was the time displayed on the match clock, clocking in at five hours and 29 minutes. It marked the second longest final in history after the legendary match between  Novak Djokovic  and  Rafa Nadal  at the Australian Open in 2012, which lasted five hours and 53 minutes. The Serbian player made a similar gesture of marking the time after his victory.

“For a match of mine to be compared to those historic finals is quite remarkable,” Alcaraz stated, reflecting on the significance of this achievement. “During the match, I thought a bit about Rafa. I’ve seen his stunning comebacks, his fighting spirit. It really inspires me.” Interestingly, Alcaraz achieved this milestone at exactly the same age as Nadal—22 years, one month, and three days.

Following his press conference, Alcaraz rushed to a restaurant reserved for celebrations, quickly boarding a plane to head home. Unlike other Grand Slam events where the reigning champion is bombarded with obligations, he chose to take an extra day of rest this time. His next destination is  Queen’s  to adapt to grass ahead of  Wimbledon , but first, he plans to enjoy a few days in  Ibiza  with friends.

“I won’t watch the match again; I have no desire to sit for five and a half hours on the sofa. Right now is a moment to relax, enjoy, and share laughter with my family and friends,” he explained. Although he isn’t adding a new tattoo to his collection—already featuring the  Eiffel Tower  on his ankle—he might indulge in purchasing a nice watch, confessing, “I don’t want to disappoint my dad, but I’ve developed a taste for stylish watches and may buy myself one.”