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'Playing perfectly' - how does Alcaraz rank vs tennis legends at 22?

'Playing perfectly' - how does Alcaraz rank vs tennis legends at 22?

Summary

At 22 years old, Carlos Alcaraz is already recognized as one of the top tennis players by winning six Grand Slam titles, matching the speed of Bjorn Borg's achievements. He recently outperformed the current world number one, Jannik Sinner, to take his sixth title and show off his talents across different court surfaces.

Key Facts

  • Carlos Alcaraz won his sixth Grand Slam title at age 22.
  • He defeated Jannik Sinner, the world number one, on hard courts.
  • Alcaraz has won two Grand Slams each on hard, grass, and clay surfaces.
  • Only Rafael Nadal, Mats Wilander, and Novak Djokovic have achieved similar wins on these surfaces at a similar age.
  • Alcaraz matched Bjorn Borg's record by winning six Grand Slams in 18 tournaments.
  • His serve improved during the tournament, with an increase in power and effectiveness.
  • Alcaraz hit faster serves in the tournament than any other player.

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