The greatest reference in Spanish tennis dedicated some heartfelt words to the brand new champion of the United States Open.
Carlos Alcaraz defeated the Norwegian 6-4, 2-6, 7-6(1) and 6-3 Casper Ruud at the end of US Open Y earned his first degree Grand Slam. In addition, the 19-year-old Spaniard reached the first position in the ATP ranking and became the youngest tennis player in history to become the No. 1 in the world. Because of this incredible feat, his compatriot Rafael Nadal offered some heartfelt words to him through social media
A few hours after Alcaraz’s appointment, Rafa sent him a congratulatory message via his Twitter, where he highlighted the US Open win. “Congratulations @carlosalcaraz for your first Grand Slam and for number 1, which is the culmination of your first great season, which I’m sure will be many more.“, wrote the highest reference of Spanish tennis.
On the other hand, Nadal also has words of love for Casper Ruud: “Great effort, @CasperRuud98. So proud of you! Unlucky today but fantastic tournament and season! Just keep going!”, published in English. Despite the loss, the 23-year-old became a tennis player first Norwegian in history to reach the second position in the world ranking.
The list of the youngest number 1 in the history of the ATP ranking
1- Charles Alcaraz (Spain) 19 years, 4 months, and 6 days.
2- Lleyton Hewitt (Australia) 20 years, 8 months and 23 days.
3- Marat Safin (Russia) 20 years, 9 months and 24 days.
4- John McEnroe (USA) 21 years and 15 days.
5-Andy Roddick (USA) 21 years, 2 months and 4 days.
6- Bjorn Borg (Sweden) 21 years, 2 months and 17 days.
7- Jim Courier (USA) 21 years, 5 months and 24 days.
8- Pete Sampras (USA) 21 years and 8 months.
9- Jimmy Connors (USA) 21 years, 10 months and 27 days.
10- Raphael nadal (Spain) 22 years, 2 months and 15 days.
The new Top 10 of the ATP ranking after the US Open
1- Charles Alcaraz (Spain) (+3).
2- Casper Ruud (Norway) (+5).
3- Raphael nadal (Spain).
4- Daniel Medvedev (Russia) (-3).
5- Alexander Zverev (Germany) (-3).
6- Stephen Chillies (Greece) (-1).
7- Novak Djokovic (Serbia) (-1).
8-Cameron Norry (Great Britain) (+1).
9- Andrew rubles (Russia) (+2).
10-Hubert Hurkacz (Poland).
Source: Tycsports
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