Carlos Alcaraz says he is spurred on by Jannik Sinner's success as he bids to become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam.
Jannik Sinner won the Australian Open and US Open last year, with Carlos Alcaraz taking the French Open and Wimbledon titlesLive radio commentary on Tennis Breakfast from 07:00 GMT on BBC 5 Sports Extra, plus live text commentaries on the BBC Sport website and app
"The good thing for me is when I'm seeing him winning titles and at the top of the rankings, it forces me to practise harder every day," said Alcaraz."I think it is great for me, having him, have such a great rivalry so far, just to give the best of me every day."While Sinner leads the ATP rankings, Alcaraz edges their head-to-head record 6-4 after winning all three of their matches last season - including a French Open semi-final.
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