The Spaniard has also transformed in another way. Often compared to countryman Rafael Nadal, Alcaraz has grown from a scrawny kid to a physical specimen worthy of challenging the brawn of the Mallorcan muscleman.
The teenager showcased his immense physical development in a recent photoshoot for Men’s Health Spain magazine, appearing on the cover page. Alcaraz, who became the youngest cover star in the magazine’s 20-year history in Spain, also gave a brief interview during the photoshoot.
Alcaraz stressed that he does not want to be regarded as “Nadal’s successor” but rather wants his name to stand out on its own merit.
The Rio Open champion also explained why he considers tennis a “purely mental” sport, highlighting how, as a player, you need to fend for yourself on the court.
“I want those who know me to continue calling me Carlitos” - Carlos Alcaraz
Carlos Alcaraz is endearingly called Carlitos by some of his near and dear ones. Adding the suffix ‘itos’ literally means that the person is diminutive but, over the years, has become a term of endearment.
Despite bulking up tremendously and transforming into a physical specimen, the teenager does not want people to stop calling him Carlitos. He explained that he wants people to continue to view him as the “boy” he has always been.
The teenager explained how he keeps his feet grounded despite enormous success. Alcaraz revealed that he places more importance on growing as a human being than as a tennis player.
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