Agassi and Roddick Call Carlos Alcaraz Overrated Ahead of Laver Cup

The highly anticipated Laver Cup has begun, featuring some of the world’s best tennis players competing in a unique format. Among the standout participants is the reigning US Open champion, Carlos Alcaraz, who is expected to make a significant impact during the event. However, former tennis greats Andre Agassi and Andy Roddick have stirred controversy with bold remarks suggesting that Alcaraz is “overrated.”

During a recent episode of Agassi’s podcast, “Served,” the tennis icon expressed his views on Alcaraz’s performance and athleticism. “Every time you see Alcaraz’s name on the draw or next to you, it just kind of makes everything in your body tense up a little bit,” Agassi said. He further commented, “I don’t think he’s going to be very good from here on out. He’s so overrated. He has no variety.”

Roddick, known for his competitive spirit, chimed in on the discussion, suggesting that Alcaraz needs to enhance his athletic capabilities. “I told him when I saw him earlier, Alcaraz, I said, ‘you know, listen, man. I know you’re the enemy here, and I can’t coach you, but you have to work on your athleticism a little bit,’” Roddick noted.

Teams Competing at the Laver Cup

The Laver Cup pits Team Europe against Team World, with the former defending their title. Team Europe boasts a formidable lineup that includes Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, Holger Rune, and Casper Ruud. Additionally, the team features Jakub Mensik and Flavio Cobolli as players, along with Tomáš Macháč as the alternate.

Conversely, Team World includes talented players such as Taylor Fritz, Alex de Minaur, Francisco Cerúndolo, and Joao Fonseca. The team also features Alex Michelsen, Reilly Opelka, and Jenson Brooksby as the alternate.

As the tournament unfolds, the spotlight remains on Alcaraz, who aims to solidify his status as a top competitor in the sport. The interplay between emerging talents and established legends like Agassi and Roddick adds an intriguing layer to the prestigious event. Whether Alcaraz can rise to the challenge and prove his critics wrong remains to be seen as the Laver Cup progresses.