By Jorge Hernandez
Jun 17, 2024, 3:52 PM EDT
Carlos Alcarazwho will partner with Rafael Nadal in doubles Olympic Gameswas excited about what is to come and, despite the fact that he has not played this modality for two years, he anticipated that he will be ready for the Paris event.
A few days ago, David Ferrer, captain of the Spanish Davis Cup teamconfirmed that Alcaraz and Nadal will be one of the two couples for the Games in the men’s categoryso the current world number 2 expressed his feelings.
“It’s something I like. Play with volleys, with a partner who is also your friend. It’s something that makes me excited, even more so with Rafa. It’s been two years without playing doubles, but I think I’ll be ready,” Alcaraz told the EFE agency at the Queen’s tournament.
“I haven’t been able to play enough doubles as I would have liked,” lamented the tennis player, who has not competed in this category since the Madrid Masters in 2022 with Marc López.
However, he made it clear that he is very excited to share the side of the court with Nadal, something he did not expect to happen.
“I am very happy to be able to play with my idol, with Rafa. It is a great opportunity for me to enjoy that moment. “I would never have expected to be able to play with Rafa in the Olympic Games,” he said. current Roland Garros champion.
In addition, Alcaraz highlighted that Nadal’s experience in these events and especially in Roland Garros, where the Olympic tournament will be held starting July 27, will be key.
“He knows very well what Roland Garros is. I think he’s going to teach me how to deal with everything. I am the young boy who needs to grow as a player and as a person. Having him by my side playing doubles, practicing… They are my first Games. A lot of new things. It would be a dream for me to get a medal with him“, concluded the Murcian.
*With information from EFE.
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