The world renowned tennis player Carlos Alcaraz secured his second Grand Slam title on Sunday with a nail-biting victory over Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon final. Alcaraz’s impressive win prompted a wave of reactions from fellow athletes, celebrities, and fans alike.
Novak Djokovic, a 23-time Grand Slam champion, began by praising Alcaraz and his team for their exceptional performance. Djokovic acknowledged the quality of Alcaraz’s plays during crucial moments, stating that he fully deserved the victory.
Australian tennis legend Rod Laver congratulated Alcaraz on his first Wimbledon crown. Laver commended him on his extraordinary achievement against one of the greatest champions in tennis history and expressed excitement for the potential future battles between the two.
Rafa Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam champion, conveyed his immense joy and attributed the success to the late Spanish tennis pioneer Manolo Santana as well.
Former world number three, Pam Shriver, couldn’t help but admire Alcaraz’s incredible triumph at the young age of 20. Shriver highlighted his maturity and humor, particularly noting his ability to speak confidently in his second language in front of a large audience, including royalty.
Pedro Sanchez, the Prime Minister of Spain, celebrated Alcaraz’s historic victory and expressed his admiration for the young tennis sensation.
Garbine Muguruza, a former Wimbledon champion, encouraged Alcaraz to savor the moment and emphasized the special significance of winning at Wimbledon.
Real Madrid, a prominent football club, extended their congratulations to Alcaraz, applauding his brilliant victory and his continued position as the world’s top-ranked tennis player. They expressed pride in his accomplishments and noted his significance in Spanish sports.
Victoria Azarenka, a former world number one in tennis, acknowledged Alcaraz’s exceptional performance, noting that he was simply too good for his opponent in the final match.
Spanish Formula One driver Carlos Sainz applauded Alcaraz’s achievement and expressed pride in his success, labeling it as amazing.
These reactions from various individuals and organizations demonstrate the widespread admiration and support for Alcaraz following his remarkable victory at Wimbledon.