“Carlos Alcaraz uninterested in the Masters 1000: What’s going on?”

In the vibrant world of tennis, a new controversy arises surrounding Spanish prodigy Carlos Alcaraz. Following an unexpected elimination at the 2026 Miami Open, where he was defeated by the 36th-ranked Sebastian Korda, renowned coach Patrick Mouratoglou expressed concerns about the young talent’s attitude towards the Masters 1000 tournaments. The loss, with a score of 6-3, 5-7, 6-4, has left many questioning Alcaraz’s commitment, as the current world number one seems to be losing interest in competitions that were once his stage to shine.

Alcaraz, who has already won eight Masters 1000 titles across six of the nine tournaments in that category, appears to be losing his enthusiasm, according to Mouratoglou. The coach, who has extensive experience with tennis stars, including the iconic Serena Williams, did not hesitate to share his impressions in a video on social media. “During his match against Fonseca, I felt that Carlos was not as engaged as usual in this Masters 1000. The next day, he lost to Korda,” Mouratoglou revealed, highlighting a concerning trend.

The coach’s analysis did not stop there. “My feeling is that Alcaraz is bored,” Mouratoglou admitted with a laugh. “He has already won seven Grand Slams and, by playing in Masters 1000 tournaments, he has won so many that he seems not to be that interested. That is really a feeling I have.” This indifference could represent a significant challenge for the athlete’s future, as Mouratoglou noted that “many people mention that this year, at Roland Garros or Wimbledon, he might not be playing well in the early rounds. And the reason is simple: he is bored!”

The coach continued, explaining that Alcaraz can lose focus when he feels he is dominating the game. “He has so much margin. When the game is too easy, he loses concentration because, deep down, he knows he can recover at any moment.” This loss of focus, although unintentional, can lead to unexpected defeats, something Mouratoglou considers a “danger” for Alcaraz’s near future.

The young tennis player’s next stop will be the Monte Carlo Masters, where he is the defending champion. Will Alcaraz be able to find the motivation and passion that elevated him to the top of the world rankings? Tennis fans are eagerly awaiting his upcoming performances, hoping that the Spanish talent can rekindle the spark that made him a rising star in the sport.

This article first appeared on Apito Final.