Andy Murray shouts out Carlitos: “Watching Alcaraz play tennis makes me smile”

As we’ve seen on numerous occasions throughout his career, Andy Murray loves to tune into a tennis match like any other fan of the sport. And depending on what’s happening, he might share his thoughts on X (formerly Twitter).

On Saturday night, the three-time major winner did just that after taking in the Miami Open as a viewer. The subject: Carlos Alcaraz.

“Watching Alcaraz play tennis makes me smile,” wrote Murray.

The current world No. 2 was informed about the Brit’s words during his post-match press conference after he rolled over compatriot Roberto Carballes Baena, 6-2, 6-1.

“As I say many times, I play for myself, I play for my team. But also I enjoy if the people enjoy watching my matches, my games. For me, it's pretty cool,” said Alcaraz.

“I think for me, it's even better if a legend like Andy say something like this, that he enjoy a lot watching my matches. It's crazy for me, honestly. I think he has seen a lot of tennis during his career, a lot of matches, a lot of players. (Seeing) these words from him for me is great.”

The top seed later replied to Murray’s post, “Andy!! THANKS MAN!”

Last year, Alcaraz admitted to being “jealous” with missing out on the chance to play in front of Roger Federer when the eight-time Wimbledon champion was a guest of the tournament in the Royal Box. Ironically, it was Murray who was among the three competitors to win in front of the 20-time major title holder.

In his third-round encounter Monday, Alcaraz faces Gael Monfils. Commented the 2022 Miami champion, “Gael is playing a great tennis. Has beaten big guys this year.”