Wimbledon champion and Real Madrid fan Carlos Alcaraz once went crazy after seeing Lionel Messi a meter stroke away from him
Carlos Alcaraz's heartwarming encounter with Lionel Messi has been making the rounds on the internet.
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Carlos Alcaraz and Lionel Messi (Source: The Indian Express)
Carlos Alcaraz, the rising star in the world of tennis had an iconic encounter at the red carpet event at the prestigious Laureus World Sports Awards. The generations ace of Argentina, Lionel Messi, who has won the “Sportsman of the Year” award, was delighted to greet Alcaraz, who won the “Breakthrough of the Year” award.
Alcaraz was delighted and joyous with his dream coming true as he met the legendary footballer Lionel Messi. As the latter approached Alcaraz, the two spotting icons shared a brief and heartwarming moment that was captured on camera.
Alcaraz expressed his amazement, saying, “It’s crazy, I’ve never met him before. It’s crazy to see him here… like a meter stroke from me is crazy.” The Spanish young man eagerly expressed his elation to shake hands with his idol. It is indeed one of the biggest moments of his life.
Carlos Alcaraz on achieving greater success
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Alcaraz made history by winning his first Wimbledon Gentlemen singles title at the age of just 20 by defeating the 36-year-old Serb masterclass player, Novak Djokovic. The notable meeting of the two superstar athletes will be remembered as a testament to their mutual love and respect for sportsmen of all disciplines.
Carlos Alcaraz’s victory at the 2022 US Open led him to the top as the world’s No.1 player and earned him the Breakthrough of the Year award at the Laureus World Sports Awards. While Messi led his National team to win the FIFA World Cup 2023, Qatar has made him one of the greatest players of our era, securing him the Sportsman of the Year title.
As Alcaraz continues to flourish, his sheer talent and potential to compete against tough challenges and difficult opponents will raise him to the top. Carlos Alcaraz’s memorable encounter with Lionel Messi at the Laureus World Sports Awards showed true sportsmanship and mutual admiration and respect for both sports.
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