Carlos Alcaraz Sparks ‘Calm Down’ Message as Patrick Mouratoglou Addresses Concerns
Carlos Alcaraz has indirectly sparked a wave of fan concern following two straight-set losses in recent exhibitions—the Laver Cup (6-2, 6-3 to Taylor Fritz) and the Six Kings Slam (6-2, 6-4 to Jannik Sinner)—prompting his former coach Patrick Mouratoglou to deliver a reassuring “calm down” message. In a LinkedIn post on October 25, 2025, Mouratoglou, who has coached Serena Williams and Naomi Osaka, dismissed online worries about Alcaraz’s form, stating: “I saw some commentaries of people online who were worrying about Carlos because he lost two matches lately. Calm down.” The 54-year-old emphasized that Alcaraz, the 22-year-old world No. 1 with 67 wins and eight titles in 2025 (including Wimbledon and the US Open), thrives on “meaning and challenges,” not exhibitions, and that his “internal flame” remains lit. “Carlos plays for sense and challenges, not money,” Mouratoglou added, urging fans to focus on the Spaniard’s locked year-end No. 1 status and upcoming ATP Finals.
The Losses: Exhibitions or Warning Signs?
Alcaraz’s defeats came in non-ranking events, but their decisiveness raised eyebrows. At the Laver Cup on September 22, Fritz’s baseline power overwhelmed him in a 6-2, 6-3 rout, with Alcaraz managing just 25% second-serve points won. The Six Kings Slam final on October 18 saw Sinner’s 80% first-serve efficiency and 10 aces leave Alcaraz without a break point in a 6-2, 6-4 loss. “Jannik was unstoppable—his serve felt extra heavy,” Alcaraz said post-match, admitting the “weird” sensation of no chances. Fans on X fretted: “Two quick losses? Is Carlitos slumping?” (150k mentions under #AlcarazForm).
Mouratoglou countered: “Carlos is more unstable, but that’s what makes him special. He feeds on adrenaline—when it counts, he shows up.” He contrasted Alcaraz with Sinner’s “intense focus” in exhibitions, noting the Spaniard’s 2025 ATP record (67-7, 88% win rate) is untarnished, with titles in Tokyo (6-4, 6-4 over Fritz) and the US Open.
Alcaraz’s Response: Focus on What Matters
Alcaraz addressed the noise in a Tennis.com interview on October 26: “Exhibitions are fun, but they don’t define me—Turin and 2026 do.” The world No. 1, arriving early in Paris for the Masters 1000 (October 27-November 2), is practicing intensively to conquer his 3-4 record there. “The losses sting, but they’re fuel—I’m ready for the real ones,” he said, his “CA” Nike logo debut at the ATP Finals (November 10-17) symbolizing his evolution.
| Event | Alcaraz Result | Key Stat |
|——-|—————-|———-|
| Laver Cup (Exhibition) | Loss to Fritz 6-2, 6-3 | 25% second-serve points won |
| Six Kings Slam Final | Loss to Sinner 6-2, 6-4 | 0 break points; 10 aces conceded |
| Tokyo Open (ATP 500) | Champion (def. Fritz 6-4, 6-4) | 78% first-serve points won |
Reactions: “Calm Down” Resonates
Fans split under #AlcarazCalm: “Mouratoglou’s right—exhibitions mean nothing; Carlitos is king” (200k likes) vs. “Two losses? Wake-up call” (100k retweets). Sinner: “Carlos is always dangerous—Riyadh awaits.” Fritz: “Fun battles—Carlos will roar back.”
Mouratoglou’s “calm down” isn’t dismissal—it’s perspective. Alcaraz’s “internal flame” burns bright; the exhibitions? Just smoke. Paris calls; the No. 1’s primed.
