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
There is no doubt that men's tennis has changed a lot in recent years. The rise of young champions like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz – who are both able to shoot with brutal force from baseline – has forced all other players to adapt.
Spanish superstar Carlos Alcaraz has revealed he is intentionally keeping his distance from compatriot Rafael Nadal.
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
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Tennis World on MSNFernando Verdasco reveals if Carlos Alcaraz can match Rafael NadalVerdasco made an interesting prediction about Carlitos: "I am often asked if he can match Nadal's number of Major titles. You don't need to be a genius to understand that it is almost impossible for him to win 22 Slams. To succeed in this unreal feat, he would have to win 2-3 Majors every year.
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.
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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.
Carlos Alcaraz opens up on why he hasn't spoken to idol Rafael Nadal since the Spaniard's 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.
The recently retired Fernando Verdasco believes it is ‘almost impossible’ for Carlos Alcaraz to match Rafael Nadal’s record of winning 22 Grand Slam titles. The former world No. 7 spoke about the
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