Carlos Alcaraz issued an apology on Saturday after a dramatic outburst during his second-round loss to Gael Monfils at the ATP and WTA Cincinnati Open. The reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion became visibly frustrated during the match, which ended with a 4-6, 7-6 (7/5), 6-4 defeat, leading him to smash his racquet in anger.
Reflecting on the match, Alcaraz described it as the "worst match" of his career, expressing regret over his performance and behavior. The incident drew significant attention and criticism, prompting Alcaraz to address the situation publicly.
In a post on Instagram, Alcaraz acknowledged his actions and offered an apology, emphasizing that such behavior is unacceptable on the court. He explained that the accumulation of nerves and tension contributed to his reaction and assured fans that he would work on managing his emotions more effectively.
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