January 13th 2024.
Ali Carter has been chasing after his first Triple Crown title for quite some time now. He has had a successful career so far, but not having one of the three biggest titles to his name would leave him feeling a bit disappointed. Judd Trump, his fellow snooker player, believes that this could be Carter's year to lift the Masters trophy.
Carter has been in great form recently, winning his first two matches at the Alexandra Palace against Mark Williams and Trump himself. In his quarter-final match, he showed impressive composure as he won the final two frames to secure a 6-5 victory over the reigning champion. Trump acknowledged his opponent's skill and admitted that Carter deserved to win. He also stated that there was no reason why Carter couldn't go all the way this week.
The snooker champion also commented on the other players' performances in the tournament. While Shaun Murphy has been playing exceptionally well, Ronnie O'Sullivan is expected to turn up the heat over the weekend. However, Trump believes that Carter has what it takes to win the title. He scores heavily and has a strong determination, making him a formidable opponent. Trump also added that it would be refreshing to see a new winner this year.
Carter is no stranger to success, having won five ranking events and being a finalist at both the Masters and World Championship. However, he knows that his Triple Crown record is what truly matters and will be judged on in the end. He had a dip in form but has returned to his best, winning the German Masters last season. Despite his other achievements, Carter believes that there is nothing quite like playing at the Alexandra Palace, in front of a capacity crowd, and being able to perform at the highest level.
When asked if he feels like he belongs among the sport's elite, Carter confidently replied that he does. He has beaten some of the greatest players in the game, such as Mark Williams and Judd Trump, and is determined to add the Masters trophy to his collection. However, he knows that it won't be easy and that he has to work hard for it. Carter also shared that finishing his career without one of the three biggest titles would leave him feeling a bit aggrieved and gutted, but he understands that these titles are not given, and he has to earn them.
Carter has been in a positive mindset lately, and he attributes it to his change in attitude and professionalism over the last 18 months. He has been inspired by other players, particularly Gary Wilson, who recently won the Scottish Open. Carter believes that success will come if he continues on this path and keeps putting in the hard work and dedication. He also mentioned that this sport is unpredictable, and anyone can win on any given day, as seen with Wilson's unexpected win.
In the end, Carter knows that he has to keep doing the right things, stay enthusiastic, and continue to improve his game. He is aware that he may not win every tournament, but if he keeps putting in the effort, he will eventually tip the odds in his favor. With the Masters semi-finals coming up, Carter is determined to keep punching above his weight and make the most of this opportunity.
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