Hello everyone,

Watching recent matches, one thing stands out clearly: Carlos Alcaraz is controlling rallies with heavy topspin depth more than pure pace.

His forehand pushes opponents several meters behind the baseline. That extra distance gives him time to step inside the court and dictate with flatter acceleration on the next shot. It’s not just power; it’s sequence construction.

Another key evolution is variation. Some balls jump high with heavy rotation, others stay lower and faster. That constant change prevents opponents from settling into a stable rhythm.

His positioning also plays a role. He recovers forward very quickly after pushing opponents back, which allows him to take time away and finish points earlier.

Do you think his topspin and depth control are currently the biggest weapons on tour from the baseline?