Carlos Alcaraz, the Spanish tennis star currently ranked No. 3 in the world, made headlines during his visit to the Premier Padel Miami P1 tournament, where he shared his passion for padel and discussed his future plans. 

A Shared Passion for Padel

In an exclusive interview with beIN SPORTS, Alcaraz opened up about his love for padel, saying, "I absolutely love padel. I play it whenever I get the chance." Although this was his first time watching a high-level tournament live, he expressed his admiration for the sport's intensity: "Watching it in person is incredible."

A Friendship with Arturo Coello

During the event, Carlos Alcaraz had the chance to reconnect with his long-time friend Arturo Coello, a rising star in the padel world. Alcaraz recalled their early conversations, stating, "When he saw me playing tennis, I told him that one day he’d play tennis and I’d play padel with him." While they haven’t made this idea a reality yet, Alcaraz left open the possibility of switching sports in the future.

Future Plans in Padel?

Despite some recent setbacks in his tennis career, including his early exit at the Miami Open after losing to David Goffin, Alcaraz remains optimistic. He is looking forward to the upcoming clay-court season, saying, "I’m really excited, and I’m already preparing for what’s to come."

Carlos Alcaraz's visit to the Premier Padel Miami P1 not only highlighted his versatility as an athlete but also his ability to connect with other sports and athletes. His growing passion for padel and his strong friendship with figures like Arturo Coello enrich his profile both on and off the court. His comments have left fans wondering if, in the future, Alcaraz might make the switch to padel.