Carlos Alcaraz reveals his secret for success after second-round win at Wimbledon: ‘That is the key’

On Wednesday, Carlos Alcaraz defeated Oliver Tarvet in straight sets to advance to the third round at Wimbledon. The World No. 2 remains on track in his pursuit of a third consecutive title on the iconic grass courts and spoke about a key element behind his strong recent form.

“I found the right way to try and enjoy after every match,” Alcaraz said during his post-match press conference, according to the official website of the ATP Tour. “When I step on the court I am just trying to enjoy. It doesn’t matter if I am winning or losing.”

The Spanish superstar went on to explain that this shift in mindset has been central to his hot streak over the past few months. “That is the key for the past two or three months, having a great consecutive winning streak and I am just enjoying,” he said.

That mental approach has clearly paid off. Earlier this year, Alcaraz struggled to meet expectations. Aside from his title run in Rotterdam, the first stretch of the season brought more frustration than satisfaction. But everything changed with the start of the clay season. Alcaraz captured titles in Monte Carlo, Rome, and Roland Garros, and began his grass-court campaign with a championship at Queen’s Club.

Carlos Alcaraz of Spain greets Oliver Tarvet of Great Britain

Alcaraz praises Tarvet’s breakthrough performance

Wednesday’s match brought an unusual challenge for Alcaraz. He was facing Wimbledon’s breakout story: Oliver Tarvet, the World No. 733, who had made it through qualifying and stunned Leandro Riedi in the first round.

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After sealing a 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 win, Alcaraz took a moment to acknowledge his opponent’s performance. “I have to give praise to Oliver, his second match on the Tour. I just love his game to be honest,” said the two-time Wimbledon champion. “The level he played in the first match on Centre Court, which I know is really difficult, he showed great tennis.”

As for his own performance, Alcaraz didn’t hold back. “I knew at the beginning I had to be really focused, had to play my best tennis. Today I played just great tennis and I am really happy with my game today,” he said.

What’s next for Alcaraz at Wimbledon?

After dispatching Oliver Tarvet, Carlos Alcaraz advances to the third round at Wimbledon. There, on Friday, he will face the winner of the match between Germany’s Jan-Lennard Struff and Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime.