After defeating Andrey Rublev 7-6, 6-4 to reach the Doha final, Carlos Alcaraz reflected on his level, his mindset, and the consistency he’s building.
The win sends Alcaraz into his first Doha final and improves his 2026 record to 11–0. He has now reached the final or better in 12 of his last 13 events. It is also the 34th final of his career, tying him with his former coach Juan Carlos Ferrero for the sixth most finals by a Spanish man, behind Rafael Nadal, Manuel Orantes, David Ferrer, Carlos Moyá, and Sergi Bruguera.
After the match, Alcaraz was asked whether he ever amazes himself with some of the shots he produces.
“Not really to be honest,” he said. “Because I know what I’m able to do every time that I step on court. For me it’s great. Obviously, the way I’m approaching every match. I’m just really proud about it. I’m trying to be better at that… it’s paying off. All the focus and attention.”
He added:
“I’m just happy and proud about myself with how I’m getting better and getting mature I guess.”