Carlos Alcaraz arrives in Barcelona with the mood for the clouds and the tuning tennis after winning for the first time the 1,000 Master of Monte Carlo last Sunday. The Murcian, current number 2 in the world, wants to take advantage of this great moment to repeat the feat achieved in 2022 and 2023: raise the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell trophy – Count Trophy of Godó.
The first obstacle on his way will be the young American Ethan Quinn, 21, currently number 123 of the ATP ranking. An unprecedented rival for Alcaraz, but who has reached the main box after overcoming the previous phase, leaving the Frenchman Corentin Moutet and Croatian Borna Coric.
Alcaraz, favorite and thirst for more
After a brilliant performance in Monaco, Alcaraz presents himself as the great favorite of the Catalan tournament. Its mobility on the ground, power of blows and winning mentality are some of the weapons that make it a fearsome rival in this type of surface.
In addition, Spanish has good memories of Godó, a tournament that saw him emerge as a star just two years ago. With the clear objective of continuing to add points and confidence in the face of Roland Garros, Alcaraz is not saved.
What awaits you if you advance?
In case of being imposed on Quinn, Carlos Alcaraz will be seen in the round of 16 with the winner of the duel between Laslo Djere and Arthur Rinderknech, two dangerous rivals, but far from the current level of Spanish.
Later, Alex de Miñaur, a semifinalist in Montecarlo, could cross his way in the quarter. The upper part of the Godó box is not exempt from traps, but Alcaraz is presented as the most shape of the circuit.
Who is Ethan Quinn?
The young American Ethan Quinn is one of the emerging promises of American tennis. With only 21 years, it has been progressing in the Challenger circuit and this week has made an important leap when qualifying for the main box of an ATP 500 as prestigious as that of Barcelona.
With an offensive style, good serve and energy on the track, Quinn will look for face to the Spanish and leave his mark on the tournament, although clearly part of the non -favorite.