Social media users expressed objection to Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz after it was revealed that they would be facing off in a mega-money match on December 27.
One of the most profitable single tennis matches in history is expected to take place in Saudi Arabia between the two greatest names in men’s tennis. Given that this is the match that all tennis fans are currently interested in seeing, Alcaraz may now anticipate paying a fee comparable to Djokovic’s appearance fee of over $1 million to participate in a match like this.
With victories at the Australian Open, French Open, and US Open last month, Novak Djokovic solidified his place as the world’s best player. The top two male players in the game have taken home the major titles in 2023.
This could be an incredible event with so many people watching the tennis match of the year, but some social media users have criticized the players for agreeing to play in Saudi Arabia.
Although it’s common to bring up a state’s questionable human rights record in relation to its hostility towards the LGBTQ+ community, the Saudis seem determined to make an impact in the tennis world.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2023
Now the world no.2, Carlos played his last match on the 11th of October when he was overcome by world no.16 Grigor Dimitrov 5-7 6-2 6-4 in the 4th round in Shanghai (draw).
At the moment, during this season Carlos has achieved a composed 63-9 win-loss record. Carlos conquered 6 titles in 2023 in Buenos Aires, Indian Wells, Barcelona, Madrid, London and Wimbledon. The Spaniard was the finalist in Rio de Janeiro and Cincinnati.
He is also scheduled to play in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters) after Basel. The main draw will start on the 23rd of October.
Novak Djokovic in 2023
Currently the world no.1, Novak played his last match on the 15th of September when he beat world no.26 Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 6-3 6-4 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).
Currently, during this year Djokovic has a composed 46-5 match record. Novak has won 5 titles in 2023 in Adelaide, Australian Open, French Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open. Novak got to the final in Wimbledon.
Djokovic will compete next in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters). He will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 30th of October.
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic played each other 4 times. Their actual head to head record is 2-2. The last time they fought against each other, Novak Djokovic won 5-7 7-6(7) 7-6(4) in the final in Cincinnati (Western & Southern Open) on the 20th of August 2023.
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Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic |
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