Carlos Alcaraz may be a former US Open champion but last year’s surprise exit in the second round has stuck with him.

Speaking after his demolition of Mattia Bellucci, he said: “Right now it’s a good view and I think it was really helpful for me.

“Back at that time, it wasn’t the worst thing I have ever done, if I’m honest.

“But yeah, looking back, I wanted just to improve from the experience that I have lived.

“I think when I lost in the second round, you know, last year, was one of those moments when I learned a lot how to deal with some situations, how should I have done things much better.

“I think I’ve just done it this year much, much better. So it was a great experience that I learned a lot from.”