Absences of Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer shouldn't detract from my No. 1 rank - Carlos Alcaraz
Carlos Alcaraz doesn't think his achievements in 2022 should be lessened by the regular absences in 2022 of Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. Tennis' GOAT trio have had a difficult year, with Federer yet to play due to a long-term knee issue, Djokovic only able to play at two of the four majors because of his Covid-19 unvaccinated status, and Nadal — though winning two slams — out of action for a number of weeks due to foot, rib and abdominal problems. Ad Alcaraz has stepped into the breach to win two ATP 1000 titles, the US Open for his first major crown, and also taking the world No.
