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Querrey and Isner Slam ATP's 'Carpet' Terminology

2/16/2025

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Sam Querrey and John Isner, former American tennis stars, took to their podcast to voice their frustration with the ATP's outdated terminology, calling indoor hard courts "carpet." Their discussion followed Carlos Alcaraz's impressive victory at the Rotterdam Open, where he clinched his first indoor title. Steve Johnson also lauded Alcaraz's stellar performance and his choice to remain in Europe.

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Sam Querrey and John Isner, former American tennis stars, took to their podcast to voice their frustration with the ATP's outdated terminology, calling indoor hard courts "carpet." Their discussion followed Carlos Alcaraz's impressive victory at the Rotterdam Open, where he clinched his first indoor title. Steve Johnson also lauded Alcaraz's stellar performance and his choice to remain in Europe.