Davis Cup: Carlos Alcaraz named in Spanish team but Rafael Nadal left out
2 years, 10 months ago

Davis Cup: Carlos Alcaraz named in Spanish team but Rafael Nadal left out

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The 18-year-old Alcaraz joins Roberto Bautista, Pablo Carreno, Alejandro Davidovich and Marcel Granollers in the Spanish team, with Sergi Bruguera as captain. Madrid: Carlos Alcaraz will play for Spain in the qualifying rounds of the Davis Cup in March but Rafael Nadal was not named in the squad announced by the Spanish tennis federation on Thursday. Nadal will play Matteo Berrettini in the Australian Open semi-finals on Friday but the 20-time grand slam champion has only recently recovered from a foot injury and will be selective with the tournaments he plays this year. Alcaraz, who lost a thrilling five-set match to Berrettini in Melbourne last week, was unable to play Davis Cup in November after testing positive for Covid.

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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 …

Rafael Nadal's glittering tennis career ends as Spain lose to Netherlands in Davis: 'Lived unforgettable experiences'
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal's glittering tennis career ends as Spain lose to Netherlands in Davis: 'Lived unforgettable experiences'

Firstpost  

Rafael Nadal, the 22-time Grand Slam winner, retired from tennis on Tuesday as he lost his singles match and Spain was beaten by Netherlands in the Davis Cup 2024 quarter-finals in Malaga. Rafael Nadal bid final goodbye to professional tennis on an emotional night in Malaga on Tuesday as Spain lost to the Netherlands in the Davis Cup Finals 2024 …

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 …

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 …

Rafael Nadal's illustrious career ends after Spain's loss to Netherlands in Davis Cup finals – India TV
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal's illustrious career ends after Spain's loss to Netherlands in Davis Cup finals – India TV

India TV News  

"I just want to be remembered as a good person and a kid that followed his dream and achieved more than what he ever dreamed," said a man whose career resume forced the announcer to take his own sweet time to go through at the Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martin Carpena in Malaga, Spain on Monday, November 19 as …

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 beaten in Davis Cup farewell by Netherlands' Van de Zandschulp
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal beaten in Davis Cup farewell by Netherlands' Van de Zandschulp

ABC  

Rafael Nadal's glittering professional tennis career has now come to an end following Spain's elimination from the Davis Cup. The 38-year-old Mallorcan, who last month announced he was ending his career after the Davis Cup, bows out following Spain's 2-1 defeat to Netherlands. Spain's world number three Carlos Alcaraz beat Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 6-3 in the second singles to level …

Davis Cup LIVE: Rafael Nadal beaten in potential farewell as Spain take on Netherlands
1 month ago

Davis Cup LIVE: Rafael Nadal beaten in potential farewell as Spain take on Netherlands

The Independent  

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Rafael Nadal to open Spain’s Davis Cup quarter-final against Netherlands
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal to open Spain’s Davis Cup quarter-final against Netherlands

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Nadal to play singles for Spain against Netherlands in Davis Cup final
1 month ago

Nadal to play singles for Spain against Netherlands in Davis Cup final

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal will play for Spain in their opening Davis Cup finals singles rubber against the Netherlands on Tuesday. The Davis Cup will be the final professional tournament of Nadal’s glittering career of almost 23 years. Record 14-time French Open champion Nadal said Monday he was not in Malaga to retire but instead to try and help Spain win the …

Davis Cup Finals 2024: Spanish captain Ferrer tight-lipped on Nadal’s role
1 month ago

Davis Cup Finals 2024: Spanish captain Ferrer tight-lipped on Nadal’s role

The Hindu  

Spain’s Davis Cup captain David Ferrer will not reveal whether Rafael Nadal will feature in Tuesday’s quarterfinal against Netherlands until the 11th hour, with fans eager to get a final glimpse of the Mallorcan in action before he bows out from the sport. The 38-year-old Nadal, who last month announced he was putting an end to his glittering tennis career …

Rafael Nadal’s Davis Cup farewell: Will the 4-time champion play vs. Netherlands? Time & how to watch
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal’s Davis Cup farewell: Will the 4-time champion play vs. Netherlands? Time & how to watch

Live Mint  

Rafael Nadal Davis Cup: The much-anticipated moment in tennis is finally here – Rafael Nadal is set to play his last professional tournament at the 2024 Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, Spain. Rafael Nadal's Last Dance: An Emotional Farewell The Davis Cup Finals will see Spain face off against the Netherlands, but for many, the spotlight will be entirely on …

Watch: Rafael Nadal gets emotional during national anthem in Davis Cup quarters
1 month ago

Watch: Rafael Nadal gets emotional during national anthem in Davis Cup quarters

India Today  

Legendary Tennis player Rafael Nadal was seen getting emotional during Spain’s national anthem ahead of his Davis Cup quarter-final game against Netherlands’ Botic van de Zandschulp on Tuesday, November 19 at Palacio Deportes Martin Carpena in Malaga. Notably, Nadal has announced that Davis Cup would be his last ever professional tournament of his career as the Spaniard is set to …

Davis Cup Finals: Valiant Rafael Nadal goes down fighting in 'farewell' clash
1 month ago

Davis Cup Finals: Valiant Rafael Nadal goes down fighting in 'farewell' clash

India Today  

Rafael Nadal lost to Botic van de Zandschulp in the singles clash when Spain locked horns with the Netherlands in the quarterfinals of the Davis Cup 2024. Rafael Nadal farewell, Davis Cup Finals Highlights Spain needed to win both their matches to make their way through to the semi-final. Rafael Nadal fights, but Van de Zandschulp triumps Van de Zandschulp …

Rafael Nadal’s Davis Cup Record: Wins, losses and titles
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal’s Davis Cup Record: Wins, losses and titles

The Hindu  

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal is set to retire from the sport at this week’s Davis Cup Finals in Malaga, Spain. The Davis Cup Finals will be held from November 19 to 24 with the 38-year-old Nadal’s Spain set to face the Netherlands in the quarterfinals on the opening day. I don’t think I’ve been able to play without limitations.” READ …

‘Gracias, Rafa': Rafael Nadal will head into retirement after Spain hosts the Davis Cup
1 month ago

‘Gracias, Rafa': Rafael Nadal will head into retirement after Spain hosts the Davis Cup

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal’s impending retirement will loom over the Davis Cup Final 8 from the moment it begins Tuesday in southern Spain. The blue sign, visible from the highway leaving Malaga’s airport, is marked with large white letters that read, “GRACIAS, RAFA.” Between those two words is an image of Nadal toting a tennis racket in his left …

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

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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 …

Davis Cup Finals 2024: Preview, teams, schedule and live streaming info
1 month ago

Davis Cup Finals 2024: Preview, teams, schedule and live streaming info

The Hindu  

The 2024 edition of the Davis Cup Finals is set to be held at Palacio Deportes Martín Carpena in Malaga, Spain, from November 19 to 24. READ | Retiring Nadal won’t play Davis Cup singles if he’s not feeling good enough Apart from the 22-time Grand Slam champion, Spain’s roster has four-time Major winner Carlos Alcaraz, Roberto Bautista Agut, Pedro …

Retiring Nadal won't play Davis Cup singles if he's not feeling good enough
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1 month ago

Retiring Nadal won't play Davis Cup singles if he's not feeling good enough

Deccan Chronicle  

Madrid: Rafael Nadal is ready to skip singles matches at the Davis Cup finals in Malaga if he feels he is not good enough to help Spain succeed in his farewell tournament. Nadal is retiring after the Davis Cup, the 22-time Grand Slam champion worn down by too many injuries at the end of his 20 years on tour. “I …

Rafael Nadal could skip singles in Davis Cup farewell, focusing on Spain's needs
1 month ago

Rafael Nadal could skip singles in Davis Cup farewell, focusing on Spain's needs

India Today  

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has hinted at possibly skipping singles matches at the Davis Cup Finals, opting instead to focus on doubles if it benefits Spain's chances in the tournament. Nadal, who has not competed in a singles match since losing to Novak Djokovic at the Paris Olympics, acknowledged that his lack of match fitness could influence his role in …

Retiring Nadal won’t play Davis Cup singles if he’s not feeling good enough
1 month ago

Retiring Nadal won’t play Davis Cup singles if he’s not feeling good enough

Associated Press  

MADRID — Rafael Nadal is ready to skip singles matches at the Davis Cup finals in Malaga if he feels he is not good enough to help Spain succeed in his farewell tournament. “I’ll try to prepare as best as possible so I can be available to play, but I want to help anyway I can, playing or not playing,” …

Rafael Nadal’s farewell at the Davis Cup: When he’ll play, how to watch on TV and more to know
1 month, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal’s farewell at the Davis Cup: When he’ll play, how to watch on TV and more to know

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — Rafael Nadal is getting set to retire from professional tennis after one last event: He will be part of Spain’s team at the Davis Cup finals that start Tuesday in front of a home crowd in Malaga. It’s not entirely clear when Nadal’s last match will come, in large part because the Davis Cup is a team …

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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Rafael Nadal added to Spain’s Davis Cup team after injury issues
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal added to Spain’s Davis Cup team after injury issues

CNN  

CNN — Rafael Nadal has been named in Spain’s Davis Cup team for the Final Eight matches in November, organizers announced Monday. CHRISTOPHE SIMON/AFP/AFP/Getty Images 2005 — Nadal went into his first French Open as an inexperienced 18-year-old and emerged a grand slam champion -- beating Roger Federer in the semifinals on his 19th birthday. Mike Hewitt/Getty Images Europe/Getty Images …

Rafael Nadal named in Spain's Davis Cup finals squad to play in Malaga as the tennis legend prepares for what could be his farewell event
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Rafael Nadal named in Spain's Davis Cup finals squad to play in Malaga as the tennis legend prepares for what could be his farewell event

Daily Mail  

Rafael Nadal has been included in Spain's squad for the Davis Cup finals in Malaga, which could be his farewell event. World number three Alcaraz is also in the Spain team named by captain David Ferrer, alongside Roberto Bautista, Pablo Carreno and Marcel Granollers. Rafael Nadal has been included in Spain's squad for the Davis Cup finals in Malaga Nadal …

Rafael Nadal named in Spain’s Davis Cup team along with Carlos Alcaraz
3 months ago

Rafael Nadal named in Spain’s Davis Cup team along with Carlos Alcaraz

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Australia qualifies for Davis Cup finals ahead of final group game against Spain
3 months, 1 week ago

Australia qualifies for Davis Cup finals ahead of final group game against Spain

ABC  

Australia's Davis Cup team have been able to celebrate reaching the Davis Cup finals — without even having to hit a ball in anger. Davis Cup Finals qualifiers Germany United States Spain Australia Eight teams will compete in the Davis Cup finals in November Lleyton Hewitt's team were thrilled to reach November's eight-team showdown on their day off, their qualification …

Alcaraz, Bautista give Spain place in Davis Cup final phase
3 months, 1 week ago

Alcaraz, Bautista give Spain place in Davis Cup final phase

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates after winning his match against France's Ugo Humbert during the Davis Cup Group B stage at Pabellon Fuente de San Luis, Valencia, Spain on September 13, 2024. MADRID - Spain assured their place in the final phase of the Davis Cup after Carlos Alcaraz and Roberto Bautista won their singles matches against France in Valencia on …

Nadal and Alcaraz to play doubles together for Spain at Paris Olympics
6 months, 1 week ago

Nadal and Alcaraz to play doubles together for Spain at Paris Olympics

Associated Press  

MADRID — Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz will play doubles together for Spain at the upcoming Paris Olympics, the Spanish tennis federation said Wednesday. The announcement comes three days after the 21-year-old Alcaraz won the French Open for the first time — earning his third Grand Slam trophy. Alcaraz, who will play in his first Olympics, is widely seen as …

Rafael Nadal's 'immense' reaction as Carlos Alcaraz shatters Spanish legend's long-standing record with French Open haul
6 months, 1 week ago

Rafael Nadal's 'immense' reaction as Carlos Alcaraz shatters Spanish legend's long-standing record with French Open haul

Hindustan Times  

Fourteen-time Roland Garros champion Rafael Nadal on Sunday was the first to react after Carlos Alcaraz beat Alexander Zverev in front of a packed Court Phillipe Chatrier in Paris to claim his maiden French Open title. The third seed outlasted the German 6-3, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2 to win his third career major while also breaking Nadal's long-standing record in …

Spain drops Cubarsí, Llorente and Aleix García from final Euro 2024 squad
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Spain drops Cubarsí, Llorente and Aleix García from final Euro 2024 squad

Associated Press  

MADRID — Barcelona teenager Pau Cubarsí and midfielders Marcos Llorente and Aleix García were dropped from Spain’s final 26-man squad for the European Championship on Friday. García was a key force behind Girona qualifying for the Champions League for the first time, and Atletico Madrid’s versatile Llorente has been a regular for Spain. Coach Luis de la Fuente, however, stuck …

Carlos Alcaraz confirms Barcelona Open participation with Rafael Nadal encounter on cards
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Carlos Alcaraz confirms Barcelona Open participation with Rafael Nadal encounter on cards

Hindustan Times  

Well, it just can't get any better as Carlos Alcaraz has revealed that he will be defending his title at the Barcelona Open this year, and the tournament is scheduled to be held from April 13-21. Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz pose for a photograph. Meanwhile, Barcelona Open's Sporting Director David Ferrer said, "Alcaraz has exceptional conditions to be able …

Djokovic defends Alcaraz absence from Davis Cup
1 year, 3 months ago

Djokovic defends Alcaraz absence from Davis Cup

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic stepped in to defend Carlos Alcaraz on Thursday for missing this week’s Davis Cup matches, saying the 20-year-old Spaniard may be young but he’s not Superman. “It’s important to understand he’s got a lot of time ahead of him.” Djokovic, who defeated Medvedev for a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam at Flushing Meadows, added: “He already played for Spain …

Davis Cup 2023: Serbia targets progress with Djokovic boost
1 year, 3 months ago

Davis Cup 2023: Serbia targets progress with Djokovic boost

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic could return to action in the Davis Cup later this week after capturing his 24th Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open and Serbia team mate Miomir Kecmanovic said on Monday the 36-year-old can give the team a huge advantage. Djokovic beat Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in New York on Sunday to lift his third Grand Slam …

Davis Cup 2023: Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Spain's squad following US Open 2023 semi-final defeat
1 year, 3 months ago

Davis Cup 2023: Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Spain's squad following US Open 2023 semi-final defeat

India Today  

2023 Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Davis Cup Finals following his defeat at US Open 2023. The Spanish Tennis Federation released a statement confirming that Alcaraz will be replaced by Albert Ramos for their upcoming Davis Cup matches. “Albert Ramos replaces Carlos Alcaraz in the Spanish Tennis Team that will play the Group Phase of the Davis …

Davis Cup Finals 2023, Group Stage Team Squads: Alcaraz to lead Spain, Djokovic to play for Serbia
1 year, 4 months ago

Davis Cup Finals 2023, Group Stage Team Squads: Alcaraz to lead Spain, Djokovic to play for Serbia

The Hindu  

1 Carlos Alcaraz will headline Spain’s squad and could face World No. 2 Novak Djokovic of Serbia in the Group Stage for this year’s Davis Cup Finals. The group stage of the premier men’s tennis team event will feature 16 teams divided into four pools and take place across four cities - Bologna, Manchester, Split and Valencia - from September …

Tennis roundup: Carlos Alcaraz wins but Spain lose at Hopman Cup; US teen Alex Michelsen reaches first ATP final
1 year, 5 months ago

Tennis roundup: Carlos Alcaraz wins but Spain lose at Hopman Cup; US teen Alex Michelsen reaches first ATP final

Firstpost  

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Croatia’s Borna Coric 6-3, 6-7, 10-5 but could not prevent Spain from crashing out of the rebooted Hopman Cup. Spain were knocked out of Hopman Cup on Saturday despite newly-crowned Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz winning his match, while 18-year-old American Alex Michelsen reached his first ATP final. Alcaraz defeated Croatia’s Borna Coric 6-3, 6-7, 10-5 but could …

Spain’s Lopez appointed tournament director for Davis Cup Finals
1 year, 6 months ago

Spain’s Lopez appointed tournament director for Davis Cup Finals

The Hindu  

Spanish veteran Feliciano Lopez, who will retire this season after 25 years on the ATP Tour, was appointed tournament director of the Davis Cup Finals on Thursday. Lopez, who has been the Madrid Open’s tournament director since 2019, is a four-time Davis Cup champion and reached a career-high ranking of world number 12. I was able to still play on …

Nacho, Fati called up to Spain squad for Nations League finals
1 year, 6 months ago

Nacho, Fati called up to Spain squad for Nations League finals

The Hindu  

Barcelona attacker Ansu Fati and Real Madrid defender Nacho were called up to the Spain squad for the Nations League finals on Monday after injuries to Nico Williams and David Garcia. Fati, 20, made the last of his seven Spain appearances during December’s World Cup last 16 loss to Morocco. Spain will play Italy on June 15, a day after …

ATP Rankings: Alcaraz all but guaranteed to enter French Open as World No.1
1 year, 7 months ago

ATP Rankings: Alcaraz all but guaranteed to enter French Open as World No.1

The Hindu  

Here is all you need to know about the latest ATP Rankings released on May 8, 2023. Carlos Alcaraz is all but guaranteed to enter this year’s French Open as the World No.1 The 20-year-old Spaniard successfully defended his Madrid Open title on Sunday and reduced top-ranked Novak Djokovic’s lead to five points. On the other hand, Alcaraz, who missed …

Alcaraz follows Nadal as repeat Barcelona Open champion
1 year, 7 months ago

Alcaraz follows Nadal as repeat Barcelona Open champion

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz celebrates with the trophy after winning the Barcelona Open in the final match against Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas at Real Club de Tenis, Barcelona, Spain, April 23, 2023. BARCELONA, Spain — In control and looking as dominant as ever, Carlos Alcaraz nodded his head from side to side to the tune of the music being played on the …

Alcaraz and Tsitsipas advance to Barcelona quarterfinals
1 year, 8 months ago

Alcaraz and Tsitsipas advance to Barcelona quarterfinals

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz overcame windy conditions to advance to the quarterfinals of the Barcelona Open with a 6-3, 7-5 victory over fellow Spaniard Roberto Bautista Agut on Thursday. Stefanos Tsitsipas also reached the last eight in Barcelona, defeating Denis Shapovalov 6-3, 6-2, while Casper Ruud lost to 15th-seeded Francisco Cerúndolo 7-6, 6-3. “I’m happy to have …

Barcelona Open 2023: Alcaraz, Tsitsipas, Sinner through to quarterfinals
1 year, 8 months ago

Barcelona Open 2023: Alcaraz, Tsitsipas, Sinner through to quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz overcame windy conditions to advance to the quarterfinals of the Barcelona Open with a 6-3, 7-5 victory over fellow Spaniard Roberto Bautista Agut on Thursday. Stefanos Tsitsipas also reached the last eight in Barcelona, defeating Denis Shapovalov 6-3, 6-2, while Casper Ruud lost to 15th-seeded Francisco Cerúndolo 7-6, 6-3. Sealed in style 🔥 Defending champ @carlosalcaraz …

Alcaraz cruises to opening victory at Barcelona Open
1 year, 8 months ago

Alcaraz cruises to opening victory at Barcelona Open

Associated Press  

BARCELONA, Spain — Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz opened his title defense at the Barcelona Open with a comfortable 6-3, 6-1 win over Nuno Borges on Tuesday. “It’s always different to play here, it’s not just any other tournament for me,” the 19-year-old Alcaraz said. “Moving well, hitting the ball really well so I feel a lot of confidence playing here …

Defending Champ Carlos Alcaraz Reaches Rio Open Semifinals
1 year, 9 months ago

Defending Champ Carlos Alcaraz Reaches Rio Open Semifinals

News 18  

World number two Carlos Alcaraz clawed back a break in both sets and dominated the tiebreaker to beat Dusan Lajovic 6-4, 7-6 on Friday in the ATP Rio Open quarterfinals. The 19-year-old Spaniard notched his third win in three matches against 32-year-old Lajovic, including a quarterfinal win over the 80th-ranked Serbian in the quarterfinals at the Argentina Open last week. …

Norrie advances, Alcaraz leads at rain-suspended Rio Open
1 year, 10 months ago

Norrie advances, Alcaraz leads at rain-suspended Rio Open

China Daily  

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz plays a forehand against Brazil's Mateus Alves during their ATP 500 Rio Open singles tennis match in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on February 21, 2023. RIO DE JANEIRO — Top seeds Carlos Alcaraz and Cameron Norrie have carried over their momentum from last week's tournament to the Rio Open on Tuesday. Alcaraz, who beat Norrie on Sunday …

Carlos Alcaraz cruises into Argentina Open final with Cameron Norrie in comeback event
1 year, 10 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz cruises into Argentina Open final with Cameron Norrie in comeback event

Firstpost  

World number two Carlos Alcaraz, who missed four months with injuries, cruised into the final of his comeback event on Saturday at the ATP Argentina Open. The 19-year-old Spaniard who captured last year’s US Open title dispatched compatriot Bernabe Zapata Miralles 6-2, 6-2 in 77 minutes to book a Sunday championship date with Britain’s Cameron Norrie. Top seed Alcaraz is …

Carlos Alcaraz makes winning return to reach Argentina quarters
1 year, 10 months ago

Carlos Alcaraz makes winning return to reach Argentina quarters

The Hindu  

Carlos Alcaraz made a winning return to tennis after a four-month injury absence on Wednesday, defeating Serbia’s Laslo Djere to advance to the quarter-finals of the Argentina Open in Buenos Aires. The 19-year-old Spaniard showed signs of ring-rustiness during a two-hour battle on the Court Guillermo Vilas before sealing a 6-2, 4-6, 6-2 victory against Djere, the world number 57. …

David Ferrer to be named Spain’s new Davis Cup captain
2 years ago

David Ferrer to be named Spain’s new Davis Cup captain

The Hindu  

Former world number three David Ferrer is set to replace Sergi Bruguera as Spain’s new Davis Cup captain, the country’s tennis federation said. He replaces two-times French Open winner Bruguera, who was appointed captain in 2018 and led Spain to their sixth Davis Cup title in 2019. Spain, who were without world number one Carlos Alcaraz and Nadal, were beaten …

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