Back to Sevilla, back to winning
The Copa Sevilla provided López Montagud with both fond memories and new motivation. He had played there before, back when the tournament was still held on the unique alberoclay surface. “On the albero the balls were bouncing a bit more and at the back of the court it was a bit more slippery. At the beginning it was also a bit more difficult to see the balls and the eyes needed some time to adapt to surface. Two years ago, I lost to the eventual champion Roberto Carballés Baena, but it was a very nice experience.”
Now on red clay, he enjoyed the support of family close by. “My brother has just moved from Valencia to Sevilla and works for a beer brewery here. He brought some friends to the match, and they were pushing me, which was very nice.”
Away from tennis, López Montagud enjoys simple pleasures: time with family, outings with friends, and the traditions of his hometown. “I like to go out with my friends. I also like to spend time with my family and enjoy a nice Paella on Sundays. I am from Valencia, and this is a popular procedure,” he smiled. Travel is another passion, whether exploring Lisbon, the Canary Islands, or the diverse landscapes of Spain.
He is also a soccer fan, following Valencia CF but ultimately supporting FC Barcelona.
After a slow start to the year, López Montagud believes his hard work is beginning to pay off. “I had a difficult start into the season. I had to change my racket and started to work at GTennis Academy. But I worked hard, and it is starting to pay off. The goal is to get back to my career-high ranking and maybe even more.”
If his recent performance in Sevilla is any indication, Carlos López Montagud may well be on his way to achieving just that.
