After great start, Alcaraz heads to Paris among favorites
MADRID (AP) — It’s been a quick rise for Carlos Alcaraz.
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No escaping 'best in world' Alcaraz is heir to idol Nadal
Few players have rivalled Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic over the past two decades, but Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz threatens to upend tennis's established order after a dizzying rise to stardom.
No escaping 'best in the world' Alcaraz is heir to idol Nadal
Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic over the past two decades, but Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz threatens to upend tennis's established order after a dizzying rise to stardom. Alcaraz, who only turned 19 last Thursday, became the first player to beat Nadal and Djokovic on clay at the same tournament on his way to a second Masters 1000 title in Madrid. Seemingly preordained for greatness, Alcaraz has so far delivered on the promise, described by beaten finalist Alexander Zverev as "right now the best player in the world".
Carlos Alcaraz poised to become tennis' next big star after meteoric rise
For years talk has abounded about the next generation of men's tennis; over which young contenders would emerge to challenge, and ultimately take over, following an era dominated by the three greatest players in history.
Spanish tennis fans turn back on Rafael Nadal as Carlos Alcaraz becomes new hero
Some Spanish tennis fans seemingly have a new hero after Carlos Alcaraz's sensational Madrid Open triumph on Sunday. Alcaraz defeated Rafa Nadal as part of a phenomenal underdog run to secure a second Masters 1000 title in as many months.
Roger Federer's thoughts on Carlos Alcaraz shared by Annabel Croft after Madrid Open title
Roger Federer will be 'in awe' of Carlos Alcaraz after his sensational Madrid Open triumph, according to Annabel Croft. On Sunday, Alcaraz scooped his fourth title of 2022 and the second Masters 1000 crown of his career after his Miami Open victory last month.
Tennis-Alcaraz graduates from up-and-comer to French Open threat
(Reuters) - Men's tennis has waited more than a decade for a player to emerge with the game and mental fortitude to shake up the 'Big Three' establishment.
Alcaraz graduates from up-and-comer to French Open threat
Men's tennis has waited more than a decade for a player to emerge with the game and mental fortitude to shake up the 'Big Three' establishment.