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French Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz wants to surpass Novak Djokovic

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What makes Carlos Alcaraz tick? BBC Radio 5 Live find out by speaking to the Wimbledon champion and those closest to him.

Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz is among the favourites to win the upcoming French Open, but has not played for three weeks because of an arm injuryCarlos Alcaraz has made no secret of his ultimate career goal: to be the greatest tennis player of all time.

Asked by BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller if he is still targeting Djokovic's all-time leading tally of 24 major titles, Alcaraz's answer is instant: "Yes, of course. I am an ambitious guy. Alcaraz had been touted as a future Grand Slam champion from a young age, with his reputation in his hometown of Murcia quickly spreading.

Aged 11, Alcaraz was identified as a potential superstar by agent Albert Molina. Four years later, Molina enlisted the help of former world number one Ferrero.

 

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