Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz, the top two seeds at the Rolex Paris Masters, put aside their fierce competition for a friendly practice session on Sunday. Despite their tight battle for the coveted ATP Year-End No. 1 ranking presented by Pepperstone, the two tennis stars found time to train together ahead of the final ATP Masters 1000 event of the season.
Djokovic, the top seed at the tournament and a six-time champion at Bercy, joined forces with Alcaraz, demonstrating the camaraderie that often exists among tennis players. Djokovic, who will open his campaign against either doubles partner Miomir Kecmanovic or Argentine Tomas Martin Etcheverry, embraced the opportunity to fine-tune his skills before the Paris Masters begins.
The training session provided a glimpse into the respect and sportsmanship shared between Djokovic and Alcaraz, who are both vying for the prestigious year-end No. 1 ranking. The battle for this coveted title promises to be a highlight of the season’s final stretch, with fans eagerly awaiting the outcome.
As the Paris Masters unfolds, tennis enthusiasts can anticipate intense matches and exceptional performances from these two top-ranked players as they compete for the ATP Year-End No. 1 presented by Pepperstone honors. Djokovic and Alcaraz’s practice session underscores the spirit of camaraderie and competition that defines the world of professional tennis.
Novak Djokovic in 2023
LWWWWWWWWL At the moment ranked no.1, the Serbian played his last match on the 15th of September when he defeated world no.26 Alejandro Davidovich Fokina 6-3 6-4 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).
During this season Djokovic has managed to achieve a 46-5 win-loss record. Djokovic clinched 5 titles in 2023 in Adelaide, Australian Open, French Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open. Novak was the finalist 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 in 2023
LWLLWWWWWW Ranked world no.2, Carlos played his last match on the 11th of October when he was overcome by world no.17 Grigor Dimitrov 5-7 6-2 6-4 in the 4th round in Shanghai (draw).
This season Alcaraz owns a 63-9 win-loss record. Alcaraz has won 6 titles in 2023 in Buenos Aires, Indian Wells, Barcelona, Madrid, London and Wimbledon. Carlos was the finalist in Rio de Janeiro and Cincinnati.
Alcaraz has scheduled to play next in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 30th of October.
Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz squared off 4 times. Their head to head is 2-2. Previously, the last time they played 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.
In the following video you can watch the key moments of their match.
