Indian Wells, 04 March (H.S.): World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz attributes his unbeaten 2026 start to mastering court emotions, arriving in California chasing a third Indian Wells title after conquering the Australian Open and Qatar Open for 12 straight wins.The 22-year-old Spaniard, youngest career Grand Slam completer, downplays chasing Novak Djokovic's 41-match streak record from 2011, calling even 12 victories a monumental feat equivalent to multiple big titles.

Previous champion in 2023 and 2024, Alcaraz credits composure for breakthroughs: once anger derailed his rhythm, but now calm problem-solving fuels better decisions and tough-moment escapes.With seven Grand Slams, he's in peak form—watch if the streak endures for another historic run.

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