Carlos Alcaraz has burst onto the scene as the rightful heir to the big three’s throne, alongside Jannik Sinner, and already their monopoly over the tour is evident.
This year they hold all three of the Grand Slams played thus far, and were it not for injury, would likely have many more titles too.
It seems like only physical limitations will prevent them from matching the records set by the aforementioned legendary trio, as they otherwise boast all that’s needed to dominate.
However, as humble as ever, Carlos Alcaraz has opted to name a surprise pick as someone with the best forehand on tour rather than himself.
Carlos Alcaraz gives his thoughts on the best forehand in men’s tennis
Speaking on the ATP Tour’s official X account, Alcaraz was quizzed on everything from the funniest on tour to the best returner.
Conducting this interview in the same manner that he does everything, with a huge beaming smile, he became more serious when asked who he thought had the best forehand on tour.
After all, it is a serious subject, and one which could be debated at length.
It took Alcaraz no time at all though, as he quickly claimed: ‘I’ll go with Stefanos [Tsitsipas].’
Perhaps a surprising choice, the Greek star has received similar adulation from his fellow competitors, but perhaps overestimates his abilities given Tsitispas recently admitted he’d like to play Roger Federer for one last time.
Carlos Alcaraz is humble on the subject
Whilst he might pick Stefanos Tsitsipas, it’s fair to say that Alcaraz would certainly be in with a shout for this mantle were he not the one making the decision.
After all, the youngster has lit up the tennis scene during his brief stint at its pinnacle, impressing with his relentless physicality, superb shot-making and deft touch.
He has it all, and with four Grand Slams to his name already too, the Spaniard is making light work of the tour.
His forehand has particularly electrified the field, and when he gets it cranking, usually accompanying his best shots with an almighty roar, there is often nothing that his opponents can do.
It is a testament to how superior his forehand is to Tsitsispas’ that the latter has not won any of their six meetings, losing all but two in straight sets as well.
The gulf in class between them is huge, but in all honesty, Alcaraz is so far clear of the bulk of his fellow competitors.
It’s a scary prospect to imagine just how much success he is going to enjoy throughout his career, given the trajectory he is currently already on.
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