Rafael Nadal thrilled at the opportunity to team up with Carlos Alcaraz at Paris Olympics

Rafa Nadal, the 22-times singles Grand Slam champion, is thrilled at the prospect of partnering with fellow Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz at the Paris Olympics this year. The duo, currently competing at the Madrid Open, have expressed their excitement about potentially teaming up for the prestigious event.

Alcaraz, the singles world number three, has previously stated his desire to play alongside his idol Nadal at the Olympics. Despite feeling nervous about broaching the subject, the 20-year-old was reassured by Nadal’s positive response.

Nadal, who has won two Olympic gold medals in singles and doubles, is looking forward to the opportunity to play with Alcaraz. The veteran player, who has faced injury setbacks in recent years, is hopeful that they can participate in some doubles tournaments leading up to the Games to build chemistry on the court.

The tennis competition at the Paris Olympics will be held on clay at Roland Garros, a venue where Nadal has enjoyed immense success with 14 major titles. The partnership between Nadal and Alcaraz has the potential to be a formidable one, with both players aiming for greatness at the upcoming Games.

As Nadal prepares to face Australian 10th seed Alex de Minaur in Madrid, the tennis world eagerly anticipates the possibility of witnessing the collaboration between the legendary champion and the rising star. With their shared passion for the sport and the Spanish team, Nadal and Alcaraz could be a force to be reckoned with on the Olympic stage.