Rafael Nadal Sends Heartwarming Messages to Carlos Alcaraz and Casper Ruud After Their Recent Success on ATP Tour

18-year-old Carlos Alcaraz Garfia recently won his first ATP title at the Croatia Open 2021. It is a great feeling for the Spaniard as he won the tournament after losing just two sets. In the finals, the Rafael Nadal fanboy crushed Richard Gasquet in straight sets to clinch the title. The final scoreline of the match was 6-2, 6-2.

Interestingly, Carlos Alcaraz Garfia’s idol Rafael Nadal was one of the first ones to congratulate him. He tweeted a special message for the rising star and wished him all the best for his future matches.

Enhorabuena Carlos! Abrazo https://t.co/q9wNkBxTcc

— Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) July 26, 2021

“Congratulations Carlos! Hug,” wrote Nadal in the tweet.

Many experts believe that Carlos Alcaraz will continue the legacy of Rafa in the sport after his retirement. However, the young player has to work really hard for it as it is just the beginning of his career. Nadal won his first-ever Grand Slam title at the age of just 19. Will Alcaraz be able to accomplish this feat next year?

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Rafael Nadal sends heartwarming wishes to Casper Ruud after his success at the Swiss Open 2021

Norwegian player Casper Ruud recently won his second ATP title after succeeding at the Swiss Open 2021. He thrashed France’s Hugo Gaston in straight sets in the finals to clinch the title. Interestingly, Rafa congratulated him by sharing his post on his Instagram story.

Tennis – ATP Masters 1000 – Madrid Open – Caja Magica, Madrid, Spain – May 7, 2021. Norway’s Casper Ruud celebrates after winning his quarter-final match against Kazakhstan’s Alexander Bublik REUTERS/Juan Medina

“Congrats Casper on your second title!” wrote Rafa in the Instagram caption.

Rafael Nadal is currently not playing at the Tokyo Olympics 2020. He is hopeful of making a comeback at the Citi Open 2021 and aims to start his hard-court season there only. Fans have huge expectations from him and want him to make an incredible return to the court. Will he be able to succeed at the US Open 2021?

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