Carlos Alcaraz has voiced his concerns about the pressure his younger brother Jaime is facing, stating that he wishes people would ease up on drawing comparisons between them. Alcaraz expressed “worry” over how the growing attention could negatively affect Jaime’s development, as he wants his brother to enjoy playing tennis without being burdened by such expectations.
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Alcaraz, who has two younger brothers, Jaime and Sergio, and an older brother, Alvaro, shared his pride in Jaime’s passion for tennis. Speaking to the press in Riyadh, Alcaraz emphasized that while Jaime is developing well as a tennis player, he wants his brother to be allowed to grow at his own pace without the weight of external expectations. Jaime, who admires Carlos and has even adopted his hairstyle, is already drawing attention due to his brother’s success. This attention, according to Alcaraz, could create unnecessary pressure on Jaime as he pursues his own path in the sport.
“Yeah, he plays well, I’m not gonna lie. He’s getting to a really good level. But honestly, there are a lot of people around, a lot of videos and accounts from social media that are saying that he’s going to be similar to his brother, and I don’t really like that,” Alcaraz said, explaining his discomfort with the comparisons.
Alcaraz’s comments reflect his deep care for his brother’s well-being and development. He hopes that Jaime can enjoy tennis without feeling pressured by external expectations and the constant comparisons to his achievements. He added, “I just want all the people or all the social media to just leave him alone because he plays well, but it’s not the best. So for me, I’m a little bit worried for the people who are around him during the tournament that they’re gonna go to watch him because he’s my brother, and then he’ll probably put pressure on himself.”
The 21-year-old Spaniard, who has become a global tennis icon at such a young age, understands the pressures that come with success, and he is concerned about how this could affect Jaime as he embarks on his own journey in tennis. Jaime, according to Alcaraz, loves tennis and frequently seeks out opportunities to play, often asking their father to take him to the court. For Carlos, this passion is encouraging, but he wants Jaime to enjoy the game without the shadow of comparisons to his older brother.
“So, let’s see how he’s gonna handle it. I’ll be there for him for sure. He loves tennis, and every time he can, he goes to court, he asks my father to go court and hit some balls. For me, that’s great, that he loves playing tennis and let’s see if he’s gonna get better and better and hopefully one year I’ll play against him,” said Alcaraz, expressing his hope that Jaime can eventually reach a level where they may face each other on the professional tour.
Aside from his concern for Jaime, Carlos Alcaraz also spoke about the joy he takes in being a role model for all his younger siblings. In an interview with the Sunday Times, he remarked that while he loves tennis, being a big brother is a responsibility he holds dear. “I love tennis but I love even more being the older brother of my little ones. Being the role model for them, not as a tennis player but as a person. That is the most important thing — to help them learn about the things that matter in life.”
Alcaraz’s commitment to his family and his desire to support Jaime in the best way possible is heartwarming. As he prepares for his semifinal match against Rafael Nadal in Riyadh, the young tennis star is not only focused on his professional goals but also on being a positive influence in his brothers’ lives.
The Six Kings Slam, which began on October 16 and runs until October 19, features other top-tier players like Novak Djokovic, Jannik Sinner, Daniil Medvedev, and Holger Rune. Alcaraz, fresh off a straight-set victory over Rune in his opening match, will now face Nadal, with the winner advancing to the final against either Djokovic or Sinner
