INTERNAZIONALI BNL D'ITALIA

May 11, 2024

Hubert Hurkacz

Press Conference

H. HURKACZ/R. Nadal

6-1, 6-3

THE MODERATOR: It's a really memorable match for you. What are your emotions now after the match?

HUBERT HURKACZ: It's really special to play against Rafa. I never had the opportunity. Doing it on clay, it's also very unique. Seen him win so many matches, so many titles, watched him play as I grew up. Just amazing to compete against him.

THE MODERATOR: Questions, please.

Q. Did you feel the pressure to play against Rafa on the center court here in Rome?

HUBERT HURKACZ: Sorry?

Q. Did you feel the pressure to play against Rafa here in Rome?

HUBERT HURKACZ: Definitely playing Rafa, it's something different than the other opponents. I think it was more of an excitement to finally compete against him on the clay. That definitely gave me a lot of motivation.

Q. You recently won your first title on clay. Do you think there's something to improve in your clay game?

HUBERT HURKACZ: Definitely I've been playing a little bit better this season on clay and feeling more confident, more comfortable on the serve, as we've been putting so much work with the team. Definitely matches like this today show that.