Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic 1-6, 7-6 (8:6), 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 in an almost five-hour battle.
Speaking to the media after the match, the long-time leader of the ATP ranking, Djokovic, gave great praise to the current number one racket in men’s tennis.
“I didn’t expect him to play so well on grass, but he has proven that he is the best tennis player in the world. To be honest, I have not played against such a tennis player,” said the Serbian tennis player.
Djokovic has faced a wide variety of opponents throughout his 20-year career, so his claim about Alcaraz’s uniqueness is truly noteworthy. The experienced Serbian was once part of the “big three” of tennis – he, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer.
Djokovic agreed with the opinion that Alcaraz embodies the best qualities of the “big three” tennis players.
“For the last year, people have been saying that his performance consists of Rafa [Nadala], for Roger’s and my game elements. I would like to agree with that. He has that Spanish bull mentality, fighting spirit and colossal defense that we saw in Rafa’s performance. He has good backhands that are similar to mine.
2023-07-17 06:39:34
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