Paris Olympics 2024: Nadal and Alcaraz Set to Compete in Doubles
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Nadal and Alcaraz to Represent Spain in Paris Olympics Doubles
In an exciting announcement, the Spanish Tennis Federation revealed that Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz will join forces in doubles at the upcoming Paris Olympics. This news comes just days after Alcaraz, at 21, secured his first French Open title, marking his third Grand Slam victory.
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Olympic Tennis on Iconic Grounds
The Olympic tennis matches will take place on the same prestigious courts that host the French Open annually. Nadal, a 14-time French Open champion, is no stranger to these courts, adding a historical layer to his participation.
Alcaraz: The Rising Star
Carlos Alcaraz, set to make his Olympic debut, is often seen as the successor to Nadal’s legacy in Spanish tennis. Having grown up idolizing Nadal, Alcaraz’s participation alongside his hero is a dream come true. Spain’s captain, David Ferrer, confirmed the partnership, highlighting the significance of this pairing.
Olympic Aspirations
Alcaraz has prioritized winning an Olympic medal for Spain, considering it a pinnacle achievement. Following his triumph at Roland Garros, Alcaraz expressed that he values an Olympic gold medal over defending his Wimbledon title this year. His enthusiasm for representing Spain on such a grand stage is palpable.
Nadal’s Olympic Legacy
Nadal, now 38, will also compete in singles at the Olympics. He already boasts two Olympic gold medals—one in singles from 2008 and another in doubles from 2016 with Marc López—complementing his 22 Grand Slam titles. With a first-round loss to Alexander Zverev at Roland Garros this year and a series of injuries, Nadal hinted that this might be his final year on the tour.
The Spanish Olympic Squad
Joining Nadal and Alcaraz on the men’s team are Pablo Carreño Busta, Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, and Marcel Granollers. On the women’s side, captain Anabel Medina Garrigues selected No. 55 Sara Sorribes Tormo and No. 67 Cristina Bucsa, as Paula Badosa opted out, having limited events left on her protected ranking schedule.
The Paris Olympics promises to be a memorable event for Spanish tennis, with both seasoned champions and rising stars aiming for glory.
