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topicnews · September 27, 2024

Carlos Alcaraz involved in heated argument with referee at China Open

Carlos Alcaraz involved in heated argument with referee at China Open

Carlos Alcaraz had it pretty easy at times against Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard. But that didn’t stop him from losing control of the umpire and launching an angry outburst during his China Open victory.

Although the reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion is usually quick between points, in this case he was penalized twice, even though there is an automatic shot clock to prevent players from skirting the rules.

“It’s not tennis like that,” Alcaraz complained to the referee. “I’m always very fast, I never get cautioned,” Alcaraz continued as he sealed a 6-4, 6-4 victory. In the next round he will now face Tallon Griekspoor. “You gave me two in one sentence. It’s impossible to play tennis.”

Nevertheless, the 21-year-old was able to win the first set and won every point on his second serve to gain a lead. After completing the sentence, he complained to superiors to get clarity about the rule.

It’s not the first time that Alcaraz has been upset about this. A good example of this is at Queen’s Club, where he was upset about the introduction of the new shot clocks after losing to Jack Draper. He said he felt rushed in the UK because of this, and probably feels the same way in this case.

“Yes, absolutely. I mean, he told me there’s a new rule, this new thing that the clock never stops. After the point is completed, the clock continues to run.”

“I think it’s something bad for the player. I mean, I finish the point at the net, and I didn’t have time to ask for the balls. I mean, I’m not saying I towel to go and take my time. I feel like I can’t ask for the balls. This is crazy, I only have time to ask for two balls.

The Alcaraz porcelain with the chair is completely justified. I chose Perricard and cared for him even more. A “timeout” warning occurs. It’s time for robots to play tennis. Que se pudra.

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