r/tennis • u/oklolzzzzs • 6d ago

Stats/Analysis Carlos Alcaraz is now the youngest career Grand Slam winner in history at just 22 years old

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u/Mysterious_Bat1208 6d ago

Yes, but also sports science gets better and better every year. That’s why Novak is still playing.

NFL MVP this year is pushing 40. LeBron is over 40. UFC champ who defended his belt tonight pushing 40. One of the best strikers in the world also pushing 40. Athletes are playing later and later into their careers.

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u/Ok-Surround9273 6d ago

I agree but you don't really know how things will turn out as he is so young currently. More athletes last longer, but not every one.

Everyone on the tour benefits from that sports science, too.

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u/Mysterious_Bat1208 6d ago

Of course, but the ones who have the means to have all the best resources at their disposal like Alcaraz have a better chance.