Rick Macci, a renowned tennis coach, believes the future of tennis belongs to Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. Over the past months, these two young players have delivered remarkable performances, winning two Grand Slam titles each in the 2024 season. Many wonder how many more they can capture in 2025, but Macci is optimistic about their potential, labeling them as the new “Big Two” in tennis, poised to dominate for years to come.
In a recent interview on the “Billion Dollar Mind” platform, Macci shared his thoughts on what makes these players exceptional. He highlighted Jannik Sinner, describing him as “The Italian Flamethrower” with outstanding groundstrokes and a composed demeanor on the court. According to Macci, Sinner’s mental toughness has been a key factor in his rise to become the world number one.
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He also heaped praise on Carlos Alcaraz, calling him “The Spanish Magician” and a “generational talent.” Macci emphasized that Alcaraz is the most complete player he has ever seen, with no weaknesses in his game. The 21-year-old Spaniard has already won four Grand Slam titles, while the 23-year-old Italian has two, both earned in 2024. The rivalry between the two has seen them face off ten times, with Alcaraz holding a 6-4 edge.
Macci’s coaching career spans nearly five decades, having trained multiple players who reached world number one, including Venus and Serena Williams. He has consistently predicted great things for Sinner and Alcaraz, foreseeing them achieving double-digit Grand Slam victories. Macci also envisions the duo playing against each other 50 to 60 times in their careers, creating one of tennis’s greatest rivalries.
Looking ahead, Macci predicted another stellar year for Carlos Alcaraz in 2025, forecasting that the Spaniard could win two or three more Grand Slam titles. Alcaraz’s goal for the upcoming season is to maintain his physical freshness during its latter stages. To achieve this, he may skip warm-up events and begin his season at the Australian Open, similar to his approach this year.
Both Sinner and Alcaraz delivered extraordinary performances in 2024. Sinner began the year with a victory at the Australian Open and capped it by winning the ATP Finals on home soil in Turin, claiming eight titles in total, including two Grand Slams. Alcaraz, meanwhile, shone during the summer, winning the French Open and Wimbledon consecutively and earning a silver medal at the Paris Olympics. At just 21 years old, Alcaraz also became the youngest male player to complete a Career Surface Slam, having won Grand Slam titles on clay, grass, and hard courts.
Macci’s faith in Alcaraz’s abilities has been unwavering, calling him the most exciting player to emerge since Venus and Serena Williams. He believes Alcaraz has already tasted the highs and lows of professional tennis, which will only strengthen his resolve and elevate his game further. Despite the challenges posed by players like Sinner, Alexander Zverev, and Novak Djokovic, Macci is confident in Alcaraz’s ability to excel.
The upcoming season promises intense competition and excitement for tennis fans. As both Sinner and Alcaraz continue their journeys, the possibility of them surpassing legends like Federer and Nadal is a tantalizing prospect. With Novak Djokovic also looking forward to the challenges ahead, the 2025 season is set to be one for the ages.