Carlos Alcaraz spoke to Jim Courier post match
On the match:
“Believing. Believing all the time,” Alcaraz said.
“I always said that you have to believe in yourself no matter the struggles you go through. You have to believe in yourself. I was struggling in the middle of the third set. Physically it was one of the most demanding matches I’ve played in my short career.
“But I’ve been in these kinds of situations, these kinds of matches before. I had to put my heart into the match. I fought until the last ball.”
Carlos Alcaraz of Spain celebrates a point against Alexander Zverev.Credit: Getty Images
On chasing taking the career Grand Slam on Sunday:
“Thank you for putting so much pressure on me right now. I’m kidding. I’m really happy to play my first final in Melbourne. It’s something I was pursuing a lot,” Alcaraz said.
“It’s been a great two weeks so far. My level is improving a lot. I couldn’t stay here right now, doing this interview [as the winner] without you guys. It was a real pleasure playing in front of all of you. The way you pushed me through every time, every ball was amazing.
“My head is about recovering, so I’m in good shape for you guys. See you on Sunday.”