Carlos Alcaraz makes ‘crazy’ comment as Miami Open star agrees with Andy Murray

Andy Murray and Carlos Alcaraz both feel that the Miami Open’s conditions are slower than those at Indian Wells. In the third round, the Spaniard decisively defeated Roberto Carballes Baena to begin his quest for a Sunshine Double.

After successfully defending his Indian Wells championship, Alcaraz was in high spirits heading into the tournament. He made a lasting impression in Miami by defeating his countryman Carballes Baena, who was celebrating his 31st birthday, 6-2, 6-1.

Despite the match being one-sided, Alcaraz was able to create a lot of excitement inside Hard Rock Stadium with a string of incredible shots that would have scared off any of his prospective opponents.

The 20-year-old did concur, though, that he had to get used to the new circumstances in Miami, which Murray had mentioned before when he clarified that the pace was even slower than in Indian Wells.

When asked if the bounce was as high at Indian Wells as it was after his victory, Alcaraz responded, “Yeah, it was much higher at Indian Wells.” The ball travels more slowly, but the court is probably faster. Yes, that is distinct.

After only one game, the balls enlarge. Is absurd. New balls travel extremely quickly, then very slowly after one game. That kind of adaptation was hard. However, the first game is really chaotic, and the second is really slow.
Alcaraz has received a lot of attention in the last few years, and Murray said on Twitter that he “smiles” when he watches him perform after defeating Carballes Baena. When asked how remarks like that from his opponents make him feel, the world No. 2 responded, “Well, it’s great.” I play for my team and for myself, as I have said numerous times. However, I also appreciate it when others enjoy watching my games and battles. It seems quite cool to me.

“In my opinion, it’s even better if a legend like Andy expresses his enjoyment of watching my matches in this way. To be honest, I find it absurd. I believe that over his career, he has witnessed a great deal of tennis—many matches, many players. It’s amazing to me to see these remarks from him. I make an effort to accomplish it in each game.