“Carlos Alcaraz explained that it was understandable for his fiercest rival, Jannik Sinner, to skip this year’s Davis Cup, noting that Sinner has already won the tournament multiple times and deserves time to rest after a demanding season. Alcaraz also emphasized that the Davis Cup should offer something unique, suggesting that the event be held every two or three years to preserve its prestige and excitement.”

“Carlos Alcaraz has been one of the most dominant forces on tour this year, capturing back-to-back titles and heading into the year-end Championships as the World No. 2 behind Jannik Sinner. He powered past Alex de Minaur, Taylor Fritz, and Lorenzo Musetti—dropping only one set in the process—to secure his place in the semifinals.”

“Following his victory, the Spaniard said that it is always a privilege to represent his country and that he is determined to lift the trophy this year. However, he also acknowledged that Jannik Sinner’s withdrawal—despite the backlash it received—was reasonable, noting that 2025 had been a long and demanding season and that the Italian had already won the title multiple times.”

“I would say it’s normal for them because the season has been so long. They might keep it to have one more week to recover, to do vacation, to do pre-season, which is understandable. It’s normal,” he said in a post-match press conference.

“Carlos Alcaraz also weighed in on the Davis Cup’s scheduling, stating that its unique value could be preserved only if the tournament were held every two or three years.”

“I agree that they got to do something in this event, because I think playing every year, I mean, it is not as good as it might be if you’re playing every two or three years. I think if the tournament is played like every two years or every three years, the players, the commitment of the players, it’s going to be even more because it’s unique, it’s different. You’re not able to play every year.”

“The six-time Grand Slam champion is set to face Alex de Minaur in the semifinals in Turin.”

Carlos Alcaraz lightheartedly joked that he has seen Jannik Sinner more than his mother in 2025

“Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, the top two players on the ATP Tour, have developed one of the most compelling rivalries in recent years. They have already faced each other 15 times, including five meetings in 2025 alone. During a joint interview at the ATP Finals, when asked whether they had crossed paths enough this season, Alcaraz joked that he had seen Sinner more often than his own mother.”