Carlos
Alcaraz is ready to compete in the ATP Finals, though he hasn’t forgotten his
next commitment in the Davis Cup, where he’ll join the legendary Rafael Nadal
in his final event before retirement. Team Spain qualified for the Final 8 and
will face the Netherlands in the opening round.
Just over a
month ago, the 22-time Grand Slam champion announced he would be ending his
career, with his last event set for the Davis Cup in Malaga. An ideal setting
to say goodbye in front of his home crowd, though Nadal’s physical condition
remains in doubt, leaving his participation in singles or doubles uncertain.
"I know the decision has already been made"
Team
captain David Ferrer has kept plans under wraps, stating that if Nadal is
physically fit, he would be the second singles player after Alcaraz, though
he’ll wait until practice sessions to decide.
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As Alcaraz
prepares for his ATP Finals opener against Casper Ruud on Monday in the Round
Robin, the Spanish outlet Marca interviewed the 21-year-old player, asking him
what it was like to be around Nadal just days after the former world No. 1
announced his retirement. “Did you try to convince him to continue playing for
a while longer?” they asked.
“No, not
really. I wish I could have. I know the decision has already been made,”
responded the four-time Grand Slam champion. “I asked him if it was a tough day
when he announced his retirement, if it was a hard decision to make. He said
yes, but it was carefully thought out because these decisions aren’t taken
lightly.
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“It was
discussed with his family, with his team; it’s what he feels. If someone had
told me that I had a chance of convincing him to continue, I would have done
it, and I would have tried because I don’t want to see him off the court just
yet,” Alcaraz added.
Alcaraz
will be competing in the ATP Finals from November 11–17, should he advance to
the final. A few days later, from November 19 onward, he’ll lead Team Spain,
who last won the title in 2019, then led by none other than Rafael Nadal.
Historic.
— ITF (@ITFTennis) July 27, 2024
Rafael Nadal & Carlos Alcaraz win their first match as a doubles pair at #Paris2024! #Olympics | #tennis pic.twitter.com/WulCxubPxQ
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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