In 2023, Carlos Alcaraz once again traveled to Shanghai, China, for the Shanghai Masters tournament.
This time, he was a much more established player, having won his first Grand Slam title at the US Open just months earlier.
The reaction from the fans was even more intense than in 2019.
They lined the streets and waved flags as Alcaraz arrived, and the noise was deafening as he entered the stadium for his first match.
The stands were packed with Alcaraz fans, who cheered loudly for every point he won.
It was clear that Alcaraz had a very special connection with the people of Shanghai and they felt a great sense of pride in seeing one of their own doing so well on the world stage.
This atmosphere continued throughout the tournament, and Alcaraz went on to win the tournament, defeating several top players in the process. In his post-match interview, he expressed his gratitude to the people of Shanghai for their support, saying, “I will never forget the incredible welcome I received here. Thank you for making me feel like I am at home.”
