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News November 21, 2024

What Carlos Alcaraz informed Rafael Nadal simply earlier than shedding deciding doubles match?

What Carlos Alcaraz informed Rafael Nadal simply earlier than shedding deciding doubles match?
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Carlos Alcaraz did not cover that he was decided to steer Spain to an enormous comeback in opposition to Netherlands and delay Rafael Nadal’s farewell however finally fell brief in his bid.

After Botic van de Zandschulp beat the 38-year-old 6-4 6-4, the present top-ranked Spanish male tennis participant was in a should win scenario. Nonetheless, the world No. 3 remained unfazed and ousted Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 (0) 6-3 to ship the tie right into a deciding match. 

Later, Alcaraz devoted the win to his idol Nadal. 

“I watched the whole match, I had the chance to watch the first set here live. Once you step on the court you try to show your best tennis. It’s the Davis Cup, a really important tournament for me and everyone. I tried to play my best tennis to give Spain the best chance to qualify and win today — I did it for Rafa,” the reigning Wimbledon champion stated after beating Griekspoor.

Carlos Alcaraz© Tenis Espana/Instagram – Truthful Use

 

Alcaraz misplaced in the important thing match however had a gorgeous assertion on Nadal’s greatness

Within the deciding doubles match, the 22-year-old returned to the court docket and teamed up with Marcel Granollers. Sadly for the four-time Grand Slam winner, he and the Spanish doubles veteran did not handle to ship as van de Zandschulp and Wesley Koolhof claimed a 7-6 (4) 7-6 (3) win. 

All through his profession, Nadal often represented his nation and received 4 Davis Cup titles.

“There can be many extra Davises, there is just one Rafa,” Alcaraz noted.

That wasn’t all as the world No. 3 had more major words about the 38-year-old’s greatness. 

“I think that he was one of the best ambassadors for tennis. His legacy is going to be eternal. You know, he has been great for tennis, for this sport in general,” the 22-year-old added.

Now that Nadal is retired, Alcaraz is formally the principle face of Spanish tennis.

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