Wilander on Alcaraz and Sinner

[stroke]

https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Jannik_Sinner/157787/slam-legend-makes-interesting-observation-about-jannik-sinner-carlos-alcaraz-games/

[jimlosaltos]

Yes, some interesting comments but also some strange one.

First, the idea that Sinner's incessant aggression is five or ten years ahead of... what Mats expected is fascinating.

But, Mats take but the idea that Sinner's style doesn't require exceptional talent seems strange. Maybe it's just the way he expressed himself.

Mats: ""I think his tennis is five or ten years ahead of what I imagined the evolution of the game would be. A bit like when, in football, for the first time, there was quick one-touch passes: the speed of the game was turned upside down. He’s leading the way and will quickly serve as a role model, because not everyone can play tennis like Alcaraz. That requires extremely rare talent. On the other hand, everyone can try to play like Sinner, which doesn’t require exceptional talent in itself, but total dedication."

[hybridfh]

Yes, some interesting comments but also some strange one.

First, the idea that Sinner's incessant aggression is five or ten years ahead of... what Mats expected is fascinating.

But, Mats take but the idea that Sinner's style doesn't require exceptional talent seems strange. Maybe it's just the way he expressed himself.

Mats: ""I think his tennis is five or ten years ahead of what I imagined the evolution of the game would be. A bit like when, in football, for the first time, there was quick one-touch passes: the speed of the game was turned upside down. He’s leading the way and will quickly serve as a role model, because not everyone can play tennis like Alcaraz. That requires extremely rare talent. On the other hand, everyone can try to play like Sinner, which doesn’t require exceptional talent in itself, but total dedication."

I think Alcaraz's touch, creativity and exceptional movement/anticipation are a little harder to learn...it's a more complicated style. Sinner's game is simpler; not easier but simpler. I think that's what Mats is getting at.

[stotty]

I think Alcaraz's touch, creativity and exceptional movement/anticipation are a little harder to learn...it's a more complicated style. Sinner's game is simpler; not easier but simpler. I think that's what Mats is getting at.

Nicely put. I’m sure you’re right.