Carlos Alcaraz displayed a performance that highlighted both weaknesses and strengths during his match. Negative aspects included uncharacteristic errors, double faults, and lapses in intensity. Opposing him was Oliver Tarvet, a low-ranked player who surprisingly earned more break points than Alcaraz. The narrative around Alcaraz reflects a continuous scrutiny and an expectation for him to consistently elevate his game. Despite concerns, he exhibits a captivating style, filled with emotional highs and lows, while battling not just his opponents, but himself during the match.
Shall we focus on the negatives? Shall we dwell on the frailties a little? The uncharacteristic errors, the double faults, an occasional scruffiness at the net?
The more prosaic truth is that Alcaraz was playing himself as much as he was playing the world No 733 from St Albans.
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