Carlos Alcaraz recently shared his feelings about the impending retirement of his fellow Spaniard and tennis legend, Rafael Nadal. Speaking to reporters before the ATP Finals in Turin, Alcaraz admitted, “It is difficult to accept that Rafael Nadal is going to retire, honestly.”
Alcaraz, a rising star often compared to Nadal, explained that he’s currently focused on his own performance in Turin and hasn’t fully processed the reality of Nadal’s departure from competitive tennis. However, he anticipates it will be a significant moment, especially as they come together for Spain in the Davis Cup, which will likely be Nadal’s final tournament.
Alcaraz expressed that he isn’t feeling additional pressure going into the Davis Cup. Instead, he hopes to approach the experience with an open mind, letting the moment reveal itself organically. “I am just going to go there and see how it is,” he remarked, noting that he doesn’t want to set any expectations.
Nadal, revered for his resilience and dedication, has inspired countless young players, including Alcaraz. As Alcaraz prepares to carry on the legacy of Spanish tennis, he acknowledges the profound impact Nadal has made on his life and career.
Rafael Nadal in 2024
Ranked no.154, Rafael played his last match on the 29th of July when he lost to world no.5 Novak Djokovic 6-1 6-4 in the 2nd round in Paris (draw).
During this season the Spaniard achieved a compiled 12-7 win-loss record. Rafael Nadal’s best performance of the current year was getting to the final in Bastad.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
Currently ranked no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 31st of October when he lost to world no.14 Ugo Humbert 6-1 3-6 7-5 in the 3rd round in Paris (draw).
During this season Alcaraz has a 52-11 match record. Carlos clinched 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. The Spaniard reached the final in Paris.
Carlos Alcaraz will face the world no.366 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . In the past, they have never played each other as of now on the main tour.
Alcaraz conquered 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Carlos got to the final in Paris (Olympics).
The Spaniard won 17 titles in his career: 5 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz clashed against each other 3 times. Their record is 2-1 for Nadal. Previously, the last time they locked horns, Carlos Alcaraz won 6-2 1-6 6-3 in the quarter in Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open) in May 2022.
In the video below you can watch the highlights.
Rafael Nadal in 2024
Currently ranked no.
154, Nadal played his last match on the 29th of July when he capitulated to world no.5 Novak Djokovic 6-1 6-4 in the 2nd round in Paris (draw).At the moment, during this season Rafael has a composed 12-7 record. Rafael Nadal’s best accomplishment of this year was getting to the final in Bastad.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
At the moment ranked no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 31st of October when he lost to world no.14 Ugo Humbert 6-1 3-6 7-5 in the 3rd round in Paris (draw).
Currently, during this year the Spaniard has a 52-11 win-loss record. Alcaraz clinched 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. The Spaniard was the runner-up in Paris.
Carlos Alcaraz will come up against the world no.366 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . In the past, they have never competed against each other up to now on the main tour.
The Spaniard clinched 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Carlos was the finalist in Paris (Olympics).
Carlos won 17 titles in his career: 5 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz played each other 3 times. Their actual head to head record is 2-1 for Nadal. Previously, the last time they competed against each other, Carlos Alcaraz won 6-2 1-6 6-3 in the quarter in Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open) in May 2022.
In the video below you can watch the highlights.