Carlos Alcaraz captured at the ATP 500 in Rotterdam – Image Source: SportskeedaThis is not the first time that Alcaraz has resorted to a nasal strip. During his campaign at the 2024 ATP Finals, the 21-year-old wore a fuchsia-colored strip to aid his breathing struggles.
Following his heartbreaking loss to Novak Djokovic in the quarterfinals of the Australian Open, Alcaraz is gearing up to chase another unaccomplished goal—an indoor hardcourt title. Straying from his usual South American schedule, he has opted for the ATP 500 in Rotterdam (February 3-9).
The four-time Grand Slam champion landed in the Dutch city on January 30 and kicked off his practice sessions the next day, sharing the court with rival Daniil Medvedev. Carlos Alcaraz was seen coughing, sneezing, and blowing his nose during his time on the court.