Having trained at Juan Carlos Ferrero’s academy for several years, where Blanch developed a first-hand appreciation for Carlos Alcaraz’s journey to world No. 1 after seeing “how he really is off the court, training, and putting a lot of intensity and work in,” the American has since left Alicante to train in Buenos Aires. He’s ranked inside the Top 300 as of this week, peaking at No. 272 less than a month ago, and has two targets of note in mind.
“The goal right now is to get into the French Open qualies. I’m not that far away if I do well at a few more tournaments. It would be nice to also win a Challenger,” he shares.
There’s another important matter Blanch wants to check off his list, too. Getting behind the wheel, though finding the right spot on the tennis calendar may prove more difficult than anticipated.
“I still haven’t gotten my driver’s license yet. It’s something I definitely want,” Blanch says with a smile. “At the same time, my dad and I are like, it’s not like I’m gonna drive anytime soon or need it. So we’re probably going to wait on that for now.”
