Alcaraz’s most heartfelt dedication in Tokyo: “What a journey since the injury, long and with doubts, thank you for what you have done for me to be healthy”

Carlos Alcaraz He was excited after revalidating the title of champion of the ATP 500 tournament in Tokyo. He had a special value, he is the first to win after the injury, of the almost five months he was unemployed due to the wrist injury suffered in Godó. A long time, of uncertainty for moments until convinced that he would return well.

After beating the Czech Jiri Lehecka By 7-6 (4) and 6-4, Alcaraz, 23 years old and world No. 3, expressed his euphoria by jumping and raising his arms. Briefly, since after the protocol greeting to the rival and the chair umpire had a clear objective.

He wanted to join in a hug with family and team displaced to the Japanese capital. In the technical line, the physical trainer, Juanjo Morenohis brother Alvaro Alcarazthe manager, Albert Molina and the head coach, Samuel Lopez.

For them it was the heartfelt dedication at the trophy ceremony. He was a key part in the down period. “What a journey since I got injured! It’s been a long time, it’s been a really long process, very slow, with ups and downs, with doubts, but also with really good moments,” the tennis player recalled.

“All the hard work you have done for me, to get me ready, to be fit, to be healthy when I come back and to make sure I wouldn’t get injured again. It’s been incredible, thank you,” he said, addressing them.

“Thank you for everything you have done. Always. For supporting me, for doing everything necessary to make me better, on the track and also off it. Thank you for all that, I am lucky to have you around me,” concluded a truly grateful Carlos Alcaraz.