Impressive since the beginning of the Paris-Bercy Masters 1000, Ugo Humbert, now qualified for the semi-finals on Saturday against Russian Karen Khachanov, has explained that he has found a way to stay focused.
This scene has intrigued tennis followers since the start of the Paris-Bercy Masters 1000. Ugo Humbert, the last French player still in the tournament, who notably defeated Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz, has been seen talking to himself aloud during some changeovers.
On Friday night, after his victory against Australian Jordan Thompson in the quarter-finals, Humbert explained that this is a method for him to maintain concentration.
“I feel that it helps me immensely to talk to myself, and I do it by speaking out loud because I need to hear it,” said the world No. 18 in an interview with RMC Sport. “It helps me a lot; it’s like I’m talking to my best friend. It’s something I’ve found, something I’ve also felt this way. “
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This technique seems to be working, and he will need it again this Saturday starting at 4:30 PM for his semi-final against Russian Karen Khachanov.
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