Novak Djokovic expresses his disappointment on Carlos Alcaraz withdrawing from the Davis Cup as the Spaniard prioritises his remaining singles season
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Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic (Credit: The Indian Express)
The withdrawal of Carlos Alcaraz from the next Davis Cup match against Serbia has disappointed and surprised Novak Djokovic. Djokovic, famed for his sportsmanship and intense competition, was looking forward to taking on the young Spanish phenomenon in Valencia.
Speaking about Alcaraz’s decision, Djokovic said, “The truth is that I expected to play against Carlos here in Valencia. He is a player whom I respect a lot, and whenever I have measured up against him, those matches have been very tough.“
Carlos Alcaraz’s remarkable rise in the world of tennis has not gone unnoticed, and he has quickly established himself as one of the sport’s rising stars. Djokovic’s recognition of Alcaraz’s abilities and character demonstrates his admiration for his fellow rival, even as he stays fiercely committed to his own achievement.
Djokovic’s remarks also reflect the long-standing rivalry between Serbia and Spain in the tennis world, with both countries boasting outstanding talent and a historic tennis heritage. While Djokovic expressed disappointment at not being able to face Alcaraz on the court, he also stated that his primary focus remains on representing Serbia and doing everything in his power to ensure victory for his country’s team.
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