LONDON, July 13 — Carlos Alcaraz wants to play his part in a “perfect” sporting Sunday for Spain as he targets Wimbledon final victory against Novak Djokovic before his...
Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz returns against Russia’s Daniil Medvedev during their men’s singles semi-final tennis match on the twelfth day of the 2024 Wimbledon Championships at The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in Wimbledon July 12, 2024. — AFP picLONDON, July 13 — Carlos Alcaraz wants to play his part in a “perfect” sporting Sunday for Spain as he targets Wimbledon final victory against Novak Djokovic before his country face England in the Euro 2024 title match.
Alcaraz is a passionate Real Madrid fan and the Spaniard invited the club’s star midfielder Luka Modric to watch the Wimbledon semi-final from the players’ box.He has been in contact with Spain’s players during the Euros and hopes to kick off a golden day for his country by lifting the All England Club trophy.“Obviously, these last days I’ve spoken with a few players. We send best of luck in every match. Obviously, we send the best of luck on Sunday.
That triggered light-hearted boos from fans before Alcaraz countered with a smile: “I didn’t say Spain is going to win but I say it will be a fun, fun day.” “We spoke a little bit. He wanted to come. There’s always going to be spot for him. Amazing guy, amazing athlete that I admire a lot. It’s great to have him in the box supporting.”
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