Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz are set to team up for doubles at the Paris Olympics, announced by the Spanish tennis federation. This partnership follows Alcaraz's recent French Open victory, highlighting a blend of experience and emerging talent in Spanish tennis.
In an exciting development for Spanish tennis fans, Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz are set to team up for doubles at the upcoming Paris Olympics, as confirmed by the Spanish tennis federation on Wednesday.
The announcement follows closely on the heels of 21-year-old Alcaraz's historic victory at the French Open, where he clinched his first Grand Slam title and third overall major championship. Alcaraz's rapid rise in the tennis world has drawn comparisons to Nadal, whom he has often cited as his childhood idol and inspiration.
Es oficial: ¡Rafa y Carlitos juntos en ! 🔥🎾, capitán del equipo español, confirmó que Nadal-Alcaraz será una de las parejas de dobles en los . 🇪🇸 🤯
¡Qué ganas de verlos en acción! 🎉 I pic.twitter.com/vFWrBjGFEn
At 38, Nadal is a veteran of the sport, boasting an illustrious career that includes 22 Grand Slam titles and two Olympic gold medals. He secured the singles gold in 2008 at the Beijing Olympics and added a doubles gold in 2016, partnering with Marc López.
Spain's team captain, David Ferrer, expressed his excitement about the pairing, stating, “Rafa and Carlos will be playing together in Paris.” The decision underscores Alcaraz's growing stature in Spanish tennis and the team's strategy to maximize their chances at the prestigious international event.
Joining Nadal and Alcaraz in the Spanish men’s Olympic team will be Pablo Carreño Busta, Alejandro Davidovich, and Marcel Granollers. The lineup highlights Spain’s depth in tennis talent and sets the stage for an intriguing competition in Paris.
The prospect of Nadal and Alcaraz teaming up has generated significant buzz among fans and pundits alike, with expectations high for a formidable partnership that combines experience and youthful vigor. As the Paris Olympics draw near, all eyes will be on this dynamic duo as they aim to add another chapter to Spain's rich tennis history on the Olympic stage.
Here are some of the Twitter reactions:
OFFICIAL: Rafael Nadal will play both 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬 and 𝐝𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬, with Carlos Alcaraz, at the 2024 Olympics.
He won gold in his last two outings. Can he complete the three-peat? pic.twitter.com/xksVv0EMzd
🇪🇸 Two-time gold medalist Rafael Nadal has now been confirmed for the Spanish team at the 2024 Olympics, by using his protected ranking, alongside Alcaraz, Carreno Busta, and Granollers!
He will play singles, as well as doubles with Alcaraz! 🤩
The event will take place from… pic.twitter.com/QoCJEVTB1r
Alcaraz e Nadal vão formar dupla no torneio masculino de pares nos Jogos Olímpicos 🤝🇪🇸 pic.twitter.com/JY2xiO6enc
— B24 (@B24PT)🚨🎙Carlos Alcaraz:
"I would prefer to win the Olympic gold over Wimbledon.
Fighting for a gold medal for my country, playing doubles with my idol, Rafael Nadal, are things that I will only believe after experiencing them." pic.twitter.com/P8xK7MbwYR
🚨 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗘𝗟 ! L’équipe d’Espagne pour le simple masculin aux Jeux Olympiques de Paris 2024. 🏅
🇪🇸 Carlos Alcaraz
🇪🇸 Rafael Nadal
🇪🇸 Pablo Carreno-Busta
🇪🇸 Alejandro Davidovich Fokina
Carlos Alcaraz et Rafael Nadal joueront également en DOUBLE. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/2NuPp4z0OP
The Olympics doubles partnership we all wanted to see 🙌
🇪🇸 Spain’s captain David Ferrer announces that Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz will play together at Paris 2024.
Bring it on 💪 pic.twitter.com/BDV9IN5aR1