Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal spent plenty of time together last year, twice linking up as team-mates on the court, but they have not spoken since the latter retired from tennis
Spanish superstar Carlos Alcaraz has revealed he is intentionally keeping his distance from compatriot Rafael Nadal.
Carlos Alcaraz reveals he hasn't met Rafael Nadal or spoken with him since the Spanish tennis icon's farewell at the Davis Cup Finals. In mid-November, the former 22-time Grand Slam champion ended his astonishing tennis career by representing Spain one more time.
Carlos Alcaraz might not be able to match Rafael Nadal's achievements on the major stage, according to their compatriot Fernando Verdasco. Verdasco recently officially retired at the 2025 Qatar Open
Rafael Nadal failed to conquer the prestigious indoor event in Rotterdam. Rafa competed at this tournament two times, losing the final to Andy Murray in 2009 and never returning. The Spaniards had no luck in Rotterdam before Carlos Alcaraz changed that last week!
Carlos Alcaraz reflected on his relationship with Rafael Nadal, expressing disappointment over losing touch with the legendary Spaniard following his retirement at the 2024 Davis Cup.
Alcaraz’s own coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, is a former No. 1 and Grand Slam champion. The likes of Boris Becker, Goran Ivanisevic and Amelie Mauresmo have also coached top players like Djokovic and Murray in retirement.
Legendary Spaniard Rafael Nadal hung up his racket at the 2024 Davis Cup in front of his home crowd in Malaga, and compatriot Carlos Alcaraz, who played doubles alongside the 22-time Grand Slam ...
Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz joined other sporting legends in sending their best wishes to Ducati MotoGP's rider Marc Marquez on his birthday.
Laslo Djere stood between Fonseca and his first ATP final. The Brazilian overcame another stern test and claimed a 7-6, 5-7, 6-1 win. Joao played well in the tie break to build an early advantage. The young gun broke in the eighth game of the second set for 5-3.
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