Carlos Alcaraz wins Wimbledon: Rafael Nadal congratulates compatriot and tells him to ‘enjoy the moment champion’

Updated 16/07/2023 at 19:12 GMT

After watching 20-year-old Carlos Alcaraz win a five-set epic against Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon final on Sunday afternoon, Rafael Nadal praised his fellow Spaniard for his achievement at SW19, as he advised the new champion to "enjoy the moment". He was joined by last year's losing finalist Nick Kyrgios, who praised the quality of tennis from both athletes.

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Rafael Nadal and Nick Kyrgios both congratulated Carlos Alcaraz on his Wimbledon triumph on Sunday evening after he battled past Novak Djokovic in a hugely impressive performance.

The 20-year-old clinched his second Grand Slam singles title and his first trophy at SW19, as he came back from a set down against Djokovic to win a five-set epic, 1-6 7-6(6) 6-1 3-6 6-4, on Centre Court.

Alcaraz has mentioned both Djokovic and Nadal as inspirations from his childhood, given the age disparity between the veteran pair and the new kid on the block.

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The Mallorcan, who is currently sidelined through injury but has two Wimbledon titles to his name, was quick to celebrate the success of his fellow Spaniard soon after the Wimbledon final.

He wrote, in Spanish, on Twitter: “Congratulations, Carlos Alcaraz. You have given us immense joy today and I am sure that our pioneer in Spanish tennis, Manolo Santana, has also been cheering wherever he is, such as Wimbledon, whom you have joined today.

"A very strong hug and enjoy the moment, champion!”

Last year, Australia’s Kyrgios was a surprise finalist, losing to Djokovic in their match-up, and he also added his thoughts on the social media site, praising both players.

He tweeted: “Haven’t watched a whole tennis match in a long time, haha. "THANK YOU Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz for putting on that incredible performance. Congratulations to you both."

Both Nadal and Kyrgios will no doubt be hoping they can both still challenge Alcaraz and Djokovic at future Grand Slams when they have regained full fitness.

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