Alcaraz's Unwavering Belief Powers Channel Slam Pursuit

Carlos Alcaraz's unwavering self-belief has propelled him to the brink of a historic Channel Slam, despite facing adversity in both Roland Garros and Wimbledon this year.

At Wimbledon, Alcaraz overcame a one-set deficit against Tommy Paul, showcasing his resilience and ability to find solutions under pressure. Despite making numerous unforced errors and falling behind early, Alcaraz gradually wore down Paul, dictating the pace and forcing his opponent into mistakes.

Paul acknowledged Alcaraz's unique ability to maintain his level and build momentum, even after making errors. "He can play some seriously amazing tennis," Paul said. "When he starts building energy, it feels different than most other guys."

Alcaraz's confidence stems from his understanding of the length of Grand Slam matches. "I have more time to recover," he said. "I believe I can be back if I'm struggling a little bit."

This belief has been evident in Alcaraz's ability to recover from setbacks. In Paris, he rallied from two sets down in both the semifinals and final. At Wimbledon, he faced a similar challenge against Frances Tiafoe, but managed to turn the match around.

Alcaraz's next opponent, Daniil Medvedev, is expected to provide a tougher test. However, Alcaraz remains optimistic, hoping for a similar result to their semifinal encounter last year.

Alcaraz's journey to the Channel Slam has been marked by his ability to downshift at the right time, much like Serena Williams. Even when his game falters, he can find his range and elevate his level when necessary.

"When I'm not playing my best tennis, I'm going to try to find solutions just to be a bit better, just to beat the opponent," Alcaraz said.

Alcaraz's unwavering self-belief and ability to overcome adversity make him a formidable opponent. As he prepares to face Medvedev, he remains confident in his ability to achieve one of the sport's most challenging feats.

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