**Patrick Mouratoglou Shocked by Carlos Alcaraz’s Candid Statement**
Renowned tennis coach Patrick Mouratoglou expressed disbelief over a recent statement by Carlos Alcaraz, highlighting the Spaniard’s unusual openness about his struggles. In a LinkedIn post on May 18, 2025, Mouratoglou reacted to Alcaraz’s comments following his Italian Open victory, where he admitted to grappling with the pressures of fame and expectations, per TennisWorldUSA.com. Mouratoglou called it “a rare declaration at this level,” noting that such vulnerability from a top player like Alcaraz, the World No. 3, is uncommon, as echoed by @Welovetennis on X.[](https://www.tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Carlos_Alcaraz/155760/patrick-mouratoglou-shocked-by-carlos-alcaraz-s-recent-statement/)
Alcaraz’s statement, made after defeating Jannik Sinner 7-6(5), 6-4 in the Rome final on May 18, 2025, revealed his mental challenges despite a stellar season, including titles in Indian Wells and Rome. Mouratoglou, in a Tennis365.com interview from March 2025, had previously been surprised by Alcaraz’s honesty about feeling overwhelmed, suggesting it could add pressure. His latest reaction focused on Alcaraz’s admission that he’s still defining his identity as a champion, a sentiment Mouratoglou found striking for a two-time Grand Slam winner, per TheTennisGazette.com.[](https://www.tennis365.com/tennis-features/carlos-alcaraz-comments-patrick-mouratoglou)[](https://www.thetennisgazette.com/news/patrick-mouratoglou-thinks-juan-carlos-ferrero-has-done-something-recently-that-could-hurt-his-relationship-with-carlos-alcaraz-its-risky/)
Fans on X, like @TennisConnected, praised Alcaraz’s transparency, while others, such as @josemorgado, noted it contrasts with Sinner’s more reserved demeanor. Mouratoglou’s shock also ties to earlier concerns about Alcaraz’s coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, who in a Netflix documentary teaser said, “Carlos has to choose who he wants to be,” a comment Mouratoglou deemed risky for their relationship, per Tennis365.com. Alcaraz’s openness, while admired, has sparked debate about its impact, with Mouratoglou warning it could backfire by inviting scrutiny, per YouTube.[](https://www.tennis365.com/tennis-news/carlos-alcaraz-juan-carlos-ferrero-patrick-mouratoglou-criticism-netflix)[](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XO6VtBlFxrE)
As Alcaraz prepares for Roland Garros, where he’s a favorite, his candidness sets him apart in a sport often marked by guarded responses. Mouratoglou’s reaction underscores the rarity of such introspection from a player dominating the ATP Tour, raising questions about how Alcaraz will balance vulnerability with the demands of stardom.
