Carlos Alcaraz says whether he was happy with his level in his first match on grass ahead of Wimbledon

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Carlos Alcaraz kicked off his grass-court season with a big win in his opening match at Queen’s.

Earlier this month, Alcaraz beat Jannik Sinner 4-6, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6, 7-6, in the longest final in French Open history.

In doing so, Alcaraz became a five-time Major champion, rising to 13th on the all-time list (Open Era).

Returning to action on grass at the Queen’s Club Championships, the Spaniard was looking to extend his winning run.

Taking on Australian Lucky Loser Adam Walton in his opening match, Alcaraz was pushed close but managed to secure the win 6-4, 7-6.

During his post-match interview, Alcaraz gave his verdict on his first grass-court performance of the year.

Carlos Alcaraz says he was ‘happy to get through’ first-round match at Queen’s

Speaking after the match, Alcaraz shared his thoughts on his win over the world number 86.

“He has played a few matches already on grass, so I am going to say that he is a little more experienced this year on grass, coming from a few matches. It is better than no matches in the bag,” said Alcaraz.

“But I am really happy with the performance I had today. First match, I feel great.

“There are obviously a lot of things to improve and a lot of things I have to put into work to feel a bit more comfortable on the grass, but in general, I am happy to get through.”

Alcaraz was made to work hard for the win, but produced an impressive display to advance to the second round.

The 22-year-old hit ten aces against Walton, the most he’s managed since the Australian Open in January.

Unable to avoid a question about his legendary French Open win, Alcaraz explained how he recovered from such a high.

“I had my days [to reset]. I had some days off that I made the most of to reset my mind a bit and rest physically. My mind was right here,” he said.

“After the French Open, to start the grass season was just a week, so we did not have too much time.

“I would love to have more time to recover and realise I won the French Open, but it was great days back home and just a few days to get ready to be here.”

Just as he did in 2023 and 2024, Alcaraz traveled to Ibiza to relax ahead of the grass season.

Back and ready to challenge for the Queen’s title, Alcaraz will now prepare for his second-round match, where he’ll take on his fellow Spaniard, Jaume Munar.

Carlos Alcaraz can do something for the first time in his career with second-round win at Queen’s

Alcaraz has now won 14 matches in a row, a feat he had previously accomplished in 2022 and 2023.

Carlos Alcaraz’s 2022 winning streak

• Wins 1-5 (2022 Barcelona Open)
• Wins 6-10 (2022 Madrid Open)
• Wins 11-14 (2022 French Open)

Carlos Alcaraz’s 2023 winning streak

• Wins 1-5 (2023 Queen’s Club Championships)
• Wins 6-12 (2023 Wimbledon)
• Wins 13-14 (2023 Canadian Open)

Carlos Alcaraz’s 2025 winning streak

• Wins 1-6 (2025 Italian Open)
• Wins 7-13 (2025 French Open)
• Win 14 (2025 Queen’s Club Championships)

The world number two has an opportunity to win 15 matches in a row for the first time in his career when he takes to the court against Munar in round two.

Alcaraz has played his fellow Spaniard three times on the ATP Tour and leads the head-to-head 2-1.

It was Munar who won their first encounter in Marbella four years ago, coming through in straight sets 7-6, 6-4.

Alcaraz soon bounced back with two wins in 2022, beating Munar in Rio and in Barcelona.

It is, however, important to note that they have yet to play one another on grass, with all three of their previous meetings coming on the clay.

Only time will tell who will emerge victorious when Alcaraz searches for his 15th consecutive win on Thursday, June 19.