Carlos Alcaraz has a completely different style from his childhood hero Rafael Nadal. However, many believe he can also be a multiple Grand Slam champion like the King of Clay.
Alcaraz and winning Wimbledon
Carlito has limited experience with playing on grass. Nevertheless, the upcoming Spanish player believes that he can win Wimbledon.
As reported by EFE news agency, when asked if he can win Wimbledon, Alcaraz replied: “Of course I see it possible. In the end, it’s the dream I’m looking for. It’s what I work for every day.”
During the interview, Carlito also mentioned the famous Wimbledon final in 2008 when Rafa Nadal won a fantastic match against the great Roger Federer.
“Everyone remembers the 2008 final between Nadal and Federer, that was a spectacular final and considered one of the best matches in history. Rafa has won historic matches several times at Wimbledon several times…and you say to yourself ‘I wish I could be there playing this type of match’.”
The injury
Carlito decided not to play any warm-up tournament before Wimbledon since he has been struggling with a light elbow injury. Nevertheless, he is expected to be fully fit for The Championships.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2022
WWWWWWWLWW Now ranked no.7, the Spaniard played his last match on the 31st of May when he was defeated by world no.2 Alexander Zverev 6-4 6-4 4-6 7-6(7) in the quarter in French Open (draw).
Presently, during this year Alcaraz owns a 32-4 record. The Spaniard clinched 4 titles in 2022 in Rio de Janeiro, in Miami, in Barcelona and in Madrid.
Rafael Nadal in 2022
Now ranked no.4, Rafael played his last match on the 5th of June when he overcame world no.5 Casper Ruud 6-3 6-3 6-0 in the final in French Open to win his 92nd career title.
Currently, during this season the Spaniard achieved a compiled 30-3 record. Rafael clinched 4 titles in 2022 in Melbourne, at the Australian Open, in Acapulco and at the French Open. The Spaniard got to the final in Indian Wells.
Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal played each other 3 times. The head to head is 2-1 for Nadal. Previously, the last time they squared off, Carlos Alcaraz won 6-2 1-6 6-3 in the quarter in Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open) on the 6th of May 2022.
You can see them in action in the following highlights.
