US Open 2022: Alex Corretja on why 'it's very difficult' to play Carlos Alcaraz ahead of final with Casper Ruud

Eurosport expert Alex Corretja hailed Carlos Alcaraz for continuing his outstanding progress and «explosive» style of play heading into his US Open showdown against Casper Ruud. Alcaraz takes on Ruud in Sunday's final, as the Spaniard aims to secure his first Grand Slam in the early stages of what appears to be a hugely-promising career in the sport.

Ad A victory for Alcaraz would see him become the youngest man to win a major since compatriot Rafael Nadal’s success at the French Open in 2005, and Corretja is hugely impressed by Alcaraz. US Open‘He’s quicker than any player I’ve seen’ – Wilander explains how Alcaraz is the ‘full package’14 HOURS AGO «Well, he's an overall player, he can play no matter who you are or where you are.

He has the desire to be the best,» he said. “He's moving extremely well and it's very important to do that on this surface and against players who hit the ball so hard.

“His game is very explosive, it's very difficult to find spots to win a point against him because he usually dictates a lot. It depends a lot on him, and no matter who he plays, it seems like he's always going to have the chance to go for the winners.” US Open 2022: ‘He has the desire to be the best’ – Alex Corretja gives his verdict on Carlos Alcaraz ‘He’s quicker than any player I’ve seen’ – Wilander explains how Alcaraz is the ‘full package’ Ruud: Nadal defeat has prepared me for Alcaraz showdown The 19-year-old has slugged it out to get to the final after coming through three consecutive epic five-set matches, which equates to an astonishing 13 hours and 28 minutes on the court.