Rafael Nadal's legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal's legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others

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For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. He’s got this aura that already was big, but now that this is the end, it’s maybe more important.” Hanfmann and others were struck by Nadal's dedication to chasing every shot down. “ The titles, the numbers, are there, so people probably know that, but the way I would like to be remembered is as a good person from a small village in Mallorca,” Nadal said during a tear-filled post-match ceremony at the sold-out Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martin Carpena, where thousands serenaded him with a chorus of “Raaaa-faaa! "I really will miss watching him on court,” said Iga Swiatek, a five-time Grand Slam champion and long an unabashed fan of Nadal’s. So were “intensity” and “passion,” “grit” and “role model.” “For me,” said Alcaraz, a 21-year-old Spaniard with four major trophies, “it’s difficult to accept that Rafael Nadal is going to retire, honestly.” ___ Howard Fendrich has been the AP’s tennis writer since 2002.

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Andre Agassi: Alcaraz has Djokovic’s defence, Nadal’s power and Federer’s finesse
1 week, 5 days ago

Andre Agassi: Alcaraz has Djokovic’s defence, Nadal’s power and Federer’s finesse

The Hindu  

What sportspersons covet the most is the respect of their peers and appreciation from past champions. “Alcaraz defends like Novak, has power and spin like Nadal, and has hands and finesse like Federer,” Agassi said, on the sidelines of the TiE Global Summit 2024 here. “I think he’ll run out of energy more than capability, especially when the people you …

Rafael Nadal: The ultimate tennis warrior
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Rafael Nadal: The ultimate tennis warrior

The Hindu  

Youthful exuberance fuelled a record-smashing career that captivated the sporting world for 22 years. In his 2011 memoir, RAFA, his mother, Ana Maria Parera, explained, “He’s on top in the tennis world but, deep down, he is a super-sensitive human being full of fears and insecurities that people who don’t know him would scarcely imagine.” More than any champion in …

Rafael Nadal retired after the Davis Cup: It's a rare team event in tennis
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal retired after the Davis Cup: It's a rare team event in tennis

New Indian Express  

MALAGA: Rafael Nadal wanted to play his last match before retiring in Spain, representing Spain and wearing the red uniform used by Spain's Davis Cup squad. Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam champion, said a day before his career ended when his nation was eliminated by the Netherlands at the annual competition. The men's Davis Cup, which concludes Sunday in this …

DC Edit | Farewell Rafael: An era ends
1 month ago

DC Edit | Farewell Rafael: An era ends

Deccan Chronicle  

Rafael Nadal bid a tearful adieu to the game of tennis that he lit up with his personality as much as he did with his play. But Nadal outshone both musketeers for sheer effort of a sportsman wedded to his craft and who played tennis with a laser-like focus. Not endowed with the dulcet touch of the most talented, Nadal …

Spain and tennis having to cope with the retirement of the great Nadal
1 month ago

Spain and tennis having to cope with the retirement of the great Nadal

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — As Rafael Nadal prepared to serve in what turned out to be the last tennis match of his career, a woman’s voice broke the silence from the stands: “You make Spain proud!” Not long after that, Nadal was wiping away tears from his face and waving goodbye to his fans. “No disrespect to all other Spanish athletes, …

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires
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1 month ago

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal watches as a tribute is played following his last match as a professional in the Davis Cup quarterfinals at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, in the early hours of Wednesday morning. AP Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for …

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires
1 month ago

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal watches as a tribute is played following his last match as a professional in the Davis Cup quarterfinals at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, in the early hours of Wednesday morning. AP Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for …

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires
1 month ago

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal watches on during a tribute after playing his last match as a professional in the Davis Cup quarterfinals at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, early Wednesday. AP The match against Van de Zandschulp — who upset Alcaraz at the US Open — was Nadal's first outing that counted since early August at the Paris …

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires
1 month ago

'I have left a legacy': Emotional Rafa retires

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal watches as a tribute is played following his last match as a professional in the Davis Cup quarterfinals at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, in the early hours of Wednesday morning. AP Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for …

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal’s career and retirement
1 month ago

From Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek, players reflect on Rafael Nadal’s career and retirement

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — As Rafael Nadal retires from tennis, current and former players — from Serena Williams and Novak Djokovic to Iga Swiatek and Taylor Fritz and so many more — have been sharing their thoughts on what the owner of 22 Grand Slam titles meant to them and to their sport. We’re going to always miss you.” — Serena …

Rafael Nadal’s legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal’s legacy is a relentlessness that inspired Carlos Alcaraz and plenty of others

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Not surprisingly, Rafael Nadal couldn’t take a step around the grounds of the Davis Cup Final 8 in recent days without hearing requests for a handshake or a selfie. “ The titles, the numbers, are there, so people probably know that, but the way I would like to be remembered is as a good person from a …

There will never be another tennis player like Rafael Nadal
1 month ago

There will never be another tennis player like Rafael Nadal

Live Mint  

When Nadal exploded into tennis 20 years ago, his game appeared too physical, too muscular, too hard on the body to survive for very long. View Full Image Ask yourself this: Who plays tennis like Rafael Nadal? It isn’t difficult to find youngsters trying to imitate Roger Federer’s one-handed backhand, or Novak Djokovic’s sliding baseline chops, but imitating Nadal is …

Rafael Nadal was more than a genius with a racket – his eccentric style made him an icon
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal was more than a genius with a racket – his eccentric style made him an icon

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. On Tuesday, …

Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz lead tributes to Rafael Nadal after retirement: ‘Long live Rafa’
1 month ago

Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz lead tributes to Rafael Nadal after retirement: ‘Long live Rafa’

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Rafael Nadal Farewell: Spaniard Gets Emotional During Retirement Speech At Malaga | WATCH
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Spaniard Gets Emotional During Retirement Speech At Malaga | WATCH

ABP News  

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Rafael Nadal has now officially retired from tennis, as Spain's loss to Netherlands in the quarter-finals of the Davis Cup 2024 confirmed his last-ever appearance as a professional on tennis court. Here are the highlights from Rafael Nadal's retirement speech: Davis Cup shared a special 'retirement video' in tribute of Rafael Nadal on their official 'X' account, …

Rafael Nadal retirement: Serena, Alcaraz, Swiatek and others pay tribute to Spanish legend on social media
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal retirement: Serena, Alcaraz, Swiatek and others pay tribute to Spanish legend on social media

The Hindu  

Serena Williams said it had been an honour to witness Rafa Nadal’s tennis journey and that he would leave the game a “lasting legacy” following the Spaniard’s defeat in the final match of his glorious career. Long live Rafa!” Nadal’s Davis Cup teammate Carlos Alcaraz said Nadal had been his inspiration. El mejor embajador posible que deja un legado eterno …

Rafael Nadal bids emotional farewell to tennis after Davis Cup defeat: ‘It has been a privilege’
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal bids emotional farewell to tennis after Davis Cup defeat: ‘It has been a privilege’

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I have left a legacy: Rafael Nadal retires from tennis
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1 month ago

I have left a legacy: Rafael Nadal retires from tennis

Deccan Chronicle  

Malaga: Rafael Nadal said he has left both a sporting and personal legacy after retiring from professional tennis on Tuesday at the Davis Cup. "I leave with the peace of mind that I have left a legacy, which I really feel is not just a sporting one but a personal one," Nadal told fans in Malaga in a speech during …

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated
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1 month ago

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

Deccan Chronicle  

MALAGA: Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for Spain's national anthem Tuesday before what he — and everyone — knew might be the last match of his career. And it was during an on-court, post-match ceremony to honor Nadal that he cried and cried, at …

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis Legend Loses Final Game Of His Career | Details Inside
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis Legend Loses Final Game Of His Career | Details Inside

ABP News  

Rafael Nadal Farewell: Tennis legend Rafael Nadal ends his sensational and iconic career with a defeat, as Spain have been eliminated from Davis Cup 2024 after losing 2-1 to Netherlands. The 22-time Grand Slam winner lost to Botic van de Zandschulp 6-4; 6-4 in Game 1 of the quarter-final tie between Spain and Netherlands, and the Dutch did not read …

No regrets for Spain captain Ferrer after Nadal’s Davis Cup defeat
1 month ago

No regrets for Spain captain Ferrer after Nadal’s Davis Cup defeat

The Hindu  

Spain’s Davis Cup captain David Ferrer said he had no regrets about fielding Rafa Nadal in their quarterfinal singles opener against the Netherlands on Tuesday after the 22-times Grand Slam champion fell to defeat in the last game of his career. Following Nadal’s 6-4, 6-4 defeat by Botic van de Zandschulp, world number three Carlos Alcaraz levelled the tie by …

Rafael Nadal’s speech at Davis Cup after retirement: Just want to be remembered as a good person, a kid that followed their dreams
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal’s speech at Davis Cup after retirement: Just want to be remembered as a good person, a kid that followed their dreams

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal said he has left both a sporting and personal legacy after retiring from professional tennis on Tuesday at the Davis Cup. “The titles, the numbers are there, so people probably know that, but the way that I would like to be remembered more is like a good person, from a small village in Mallorca,” continued Nadal. “I just …

Retiring Rafael Nadal’s career ends as Spain is ousted at Davis Cup
1 month ago

Retiring Rafael Nadal’s career ends as Spain is ousted at Davis Cup

Al Jazeera  

Nadal’s superlative career was celebrated in front of his home crowd in Malaga after Netherlands upset Spain in the Davis Cup. “I had the luck that I had my uncle that was a tennis coach in my village when I was a very, very small kid, and a great family that supports me in every moment… “I just want to …

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated
1 month ago

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

New Indian Express  

MALAGA: Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for Spain's national anthem Tuesday before what he — and everyone — knew might be the last match of his career. And it was during an on-court, post-match ceremony to honor Nadal that he cried and cried, at …

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup
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1 month ago

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal waves at fans during a tribute to his career after The Netherlands eliminated Spain MADRID -- 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal ended his professional tennis career after the 38-year-old's 6-4, 6-4 loss to Botic van de Zandschulp, as Spain was eliminated by the Netherlands at the Davis Cup on Tuesday. The crowd yelled "Rafa, Rafa, Rafa" …

Nadal focused on Davis Cup, not retirement
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1 month ago

Nadal focused on Davis Cup, not retirement

China Daily  

Carlos Alcaraz high-fives Rafael Nadal during a training session at the Martin Carpena Sports Hall in Malaga, Spain, on Sunday. AP FUENGIROLA, Spain — Rafael Nadal felt a hand on his left shoulder as he walked out of a conference room at a resort on Spain's southern coast on Monday, following his first question-and-answer session with reporters since announcing that …

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup
1 month ago

Nadal retires from tennis at Davis Cup

China Daily  

Spain's Rafael Nadal waves at fans during a tribute to his career after The Netherlands eliminated Spain. MADRID -- 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal ended his professional tennis career after the 38-year-old's 6-4, 6-4 loss to Botic van de Zandschulp, as Spain was eliminated by the Netherlands at the Davis Cup on Tuesday. The crowd yelled "Rafa, Rafa, Rafa" …

Rafael Nadal retires: 'Good person from a small village' bids goodbye to tennis
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal retires: 'Good person from a small village' bids goodbye to tennis

India Today  

Like a gladiator bidding farewell to the arena, Rafael Nadal was overcome with emotion as the final chapter of his extraordinary tennis saga unfolded. The way I’d like to be remembered more is like a good person from a small village in Mallorca.” ðŸå¹ pic.twitter.com/WzWoiKNfpY — The Tennis Letter November 19, 2024 FIGHT UNTIL THE END True to his famous …

Rafael Nadal's legacy will be eternal: Alcaraz's emotional tribute to retiring star
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal's legacy will be eternal: Alcaraz's emotional tribute to retiring star

India Today  

Carlos Alcaraz paid an emotional tribute to his 'idol' Rafael Nadal after the Spanish tennis great bid an emotional farewell to competitive tennis on Tuesday night in Malaga, closing the curtain on one of the sport's most illustrious careers. The 22-time Grand Slam champion and four-time Davis Cup winner could not secure a victory in his final match, falling 6-4, …

Rafael Nadal’s tennis career: A king of clay who should be remembered as so much more
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal’s tennis career: A king of clay who should be remembered as so much more

New York Times  

Rafael Nadal retired from tennis on Tuesday night. A tennis player in constant evolution, Nadal — and his rivalries with Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic that constituted the ‘Big Three’ era — refigured the sport. Subtract Nadal’s 14 Roland Garros titles and his eight remaining majors give him more than tennis legends like John McEnroe and Boris Becker, and tie …

Rafael Nadal retires after Spain loses in Davis Cup quarterfinals to Netherlands
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal retires after Spain loses in Davis Cup quarterfinals to Netherlands

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for Spain’s national anthem Tuesday before what he — and everyone — knew might be the last match of his career. And it was during an on-court, post-match ceremony to honor Nadal that he cried and cried, at the …

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated
1 month ago

An emotional Rafael Nadal retires at the Davis Cup after he loses and Spain is eliminated

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal bit his lower lip and his reddened eyes welled with tears as he stood alongside his Davis Cup teammates for Spain’s national anthem Tuesday before what he — and everyone — knew might be the last match of his career. And it was during an on-court, post-match ceremony to honor Nadal that he cried and …

‘Your fan, Roger': Federer signs off on heartwarming note as Rafael Nadal retires; Netizens say ‘peak brotherhood’
1 month ago

‘Your fan, Roger': Federer signs off on heartwarming note as Rafael Nadal retires; Netizens say ‘peak brotherhood’

Hindustan Times  

As Rafael Nadal prepares for his final tournament at the 2024 Davis Cup in Malaga, Roger Federer penned a heartfelt tribute to the Spanish tennis legend today. Their rivalry, which began in 2004 at the Miami Open, has been one of the most iconic in tennis history, with the two athletes — alongside Novak Djokovic — forming the legendary ‘Big …

Roger Federer pens emotional letter to Rafael Nadal ahead of final tournament
1 month ago

Roger Federer pens emotional letter to Rafael Nadal ahead of final tournament

The Independent  

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Federer writes emotional farewell letter for Nadal: ‘You challenged me in ways no one else could’
1 month ago

Federer writes emotional farewell letter for Nadal: ‘You challenged me in ways no one else could’

Firstpost  

Roger Federer recalled his rivalry and friendship with Rafael Nadal as the Spaniard tennis legend gets ready to bid goodbye to the sport in Davis Cup Finals 2024. Rafael Nadal’s greatest rival and probably his best tennis friend as well – Roger Federer penned an emotional tribute for the Spaniard before he starts his farewell at the Davis Cup Finals …

Roger Federer pens emotional letter to retiring Rafael Nadal on his ‘epic’ career: ‘You beat me – a lot’
1 month ago

Roger Federer pens emotional letter to retiring Rafael Nadal on his ‘epic’ career: ‘You beat me – a lot’

Live Mint  

Tennis great Roger Federer hailed his former rival Rafael Nadal in an emotional letter ahead of the Spaniard's imminent retirement from tennis at the Davis Cup, celebrating his “epic” career. you made the whole tennis world proud,” Roger Federer said in a long post on X. Retired Swiss legend Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal clashed 14 times in Grand Slam …

Roger Federer Pens Emotional Note for Retiring Rafael Nadal
1 month ago

Roger Federer Pens Emotional Note for Retiring Rafael Nadal

Deccan Chronicle  

Tennis legend Roger Federer penned an emotional note to Rafael Nadal as he gets ready to bid farewell to professional tennis following Davis Cup, set to begin from November 19. Federer expressed gratitude for Nadal’s role as a role model and acknowledges Nadal’s family and team’s contributions to his success. He also cherished the experience of playing doubles with Nadal …

Federer pens emotional post for Nadal ahead of his retirement: “You made the whole tennis world proud”
1 month ago

Federer pens emotional post for Nadal ahead of his retirement: “You made the whole tennis world proud”

The Hindu  

Roger Federer wrote an emotional post on social media on Tuesday, paying tribute to Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Major champion, who is set to retire from professional tennis at Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, Spain, this week. The ‘Fedal’ rivalry had some of the most epic tennis matches, including the Wimbledon 2008 final in which Nadal beat Federer 6-4, 6-4, …

Rafael Nadal says he's open to sitting out of Davis Cup Finals singles if he doesn't feel ready
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal says he's open to sitting out of Davis Cup Finals singles if he doesn't feel ready

Firstpost  

Nadal will retire at next week’s tournament in Malaga where he hopes to win a fifth Davis Cup to add to his 22 Grand Slam crowns. AP Rafael Nadal admitted Saturday that he may be forced to sit out the singles at the Davis Cup Finals where the Spanish superstar will call time on his iconic, record-setting career. The 38-year-old …

Alcaraz eyeing triumphant Davis Cup farewell for Nadal after ATP Finals exit
1 month, 1 week ago

Alcaraz eyeing triumphant Davis Cup farewell for Nadal after ATP Finals exit

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz said he was hoping to make Rafael Nadal’s tennis farewell at the Davis Cup Finals a victorious one after he was dumped out of the ATP Finals at the group stage with a straight-sets defeat to Alexander Zverev on Friday. Earlier in November, Davis Cup tournament director Feliciano Lopez said that a special ceremony would be organised for …

Alcaraz's Idol Nadal to Face a 'Difficult' Showdown in Riyadh
2 months ago

Alcaraz's Idol Nadal to Face a 'Difficult' Showdown in Riyadh

News 18  

Carlos Alcaraz will face Rafael Nadal in a highly anticipated showdown in the final of the 'Six Kings Slam' exhibition event in Riyadh. Alcaraz, the reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to share the court with Nadal, who is set to retire from tennis. Despite the emotional farewell, Alcaraz will try to enjoy the match …

Carlos Alcaraz sets up Saudi showdown with Rafael Nadal
2 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz sets up Saudi showdown with Rafael Nadal

The Independent  

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Novak Djokovic praises Rafael Nadal’s ‘greatest achievement’ in emotional tribute
2 months, 1 week ago

Novak Djokovic praises Rafael Nadal’s ‘greatest achievement’ in emotional tribute

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Reactions to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announcing his impending retirement
2 months, 1 week ago

Reactions to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal announcing his impending retirement

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Carlos Alcaraz hopeful Davis Cup is not Rafael Nadal’s ‘last dance’
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz hopeful Davis Cup is not Rafael Nadal’s ‘last dance’

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The Pain of Watching Rafael Nadal at These Olympics
4 months, 3 weeks ago

The Pain of Watching Rafael Nadal at These Olympics

Slate  

This is part of Slate’s 2024 Olympics coverage. Maybe we were watching Nadal for the last time ever, some fans wondered, though Nadal himself scoffed at the prospect at a press conference: “Who said it was last dance?” The faceoff went about as expected, with the top-ranked, slightly younger Serbian earning a decisive victory over his Spanish rival, making the …

Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz’s Olympic dream ended to leave uncertain future
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz’s Olympic dream ended to leave uncertain future

The Independent  

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Nadal says he’s not sure he’ll play singles after winning in doubles with Alcaraz at Paris Olympics
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Nadal says he’s not sure he’ll play singles after winning in doubles with Alcaraz at Paris Olympics

Associated Press  

PARIS — Rafael Nadal is not sure whether he will compete in singles at the Paris Olympics, saying after he paired with Carlos Alcaraz to win their first-round doubles match Saturday night that he wants to “make the smartest decision possible to have the best chances to bring medal back home.” Nadal’s first match in singles, against Hungary’s Marton Fucsovics, …

Rafael Nadal makes staggering Carlos Alcaraz prediction, makes Jannik Sinner comparison
5 months ago

Rafael Nadal makes staggering Carlos Alcaraz prediction, makes Jannik Sinner comparison

Hindustan Times  

Carlos Alaraz just turned 21-years-old in May and he is already a four-time Grand Slam champion, the latest being his Wimbledon 2024 triumph over Novak Djokovic in the final. Rafael Nadal compared Carlos Alcaraz to Jannik Sinner. Speaking to Punto de Break, Rafael Nadal was filled with praises for Alcaraz and made a huge prediction for his fellow countryman. Speaking …

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