Monday Match Analysis 20 Essential Questions for every TOP-20 player | Monday Match Analysis
Dec 29, 2025
In this discussion, tennis analyst Gill Gross is joined by Alex Gruskin, the editor-in-chief of Cracked Rackets, to dive into crucial questions for each ATP top-20 player. They explore the impact of Juan Carlos Ferrero's departure on Carlos Alcaraz and debate whether Jannik Sinner can outsmart him. Insights on Novak Djokovic's longevity, Felix Auger-Aliassime's growth, and Ben Shelton's sustainability are intriguing. They also assess Alexander Zverev's potential decline and the upward trajectory of rising stars like Jiri Lehecka and Jakub Mensik.
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Alcaraz Still Elite; Discipline Is The Question
- Carlos Alcaraz's tennis skills are unimpeachable and will remain elite despite the Ferrero split.
- The key unknown is whether Alcaraz can self-generate the same discipline now that he no longer has Juan Carlos Ferrero.
Sinner Vs Alcaraz: Consistency Versus Ceiling
- Yannick Sinner remains more consistent against the field but trails Alcaraz heavily head-to-head.
- Sinner needs more work to feel secure about the Alcaraz matchup despite Wimbledon easing some pressure.
Zverev: Blip Or Downward Start?
- Alexander Zverev showed signs of mental and physical fatigue in 2025 rather than clear statistical collapse.
- The big question is whether 2025 was a blip or start of a downward trajectory for him.