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Carlos Alcaraz, Rafael Nadal, Aryna Sabalenka and Caroline Wozniacki Spotted at the Champions League Final on Saturday

Published May 29, 2022 | 7:18 AM EDT

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Carlos Alcaraz, the 19-year-old Spanish tennis professional, has become a sensation since his Indian Wells spell. After giving a tough fight to the 21 times Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal in the semis of Indian Wells, he claimed the trophy at Miami. Thereafter Carlos reigned in Barcelona and Madrid Open.

Further, after keeping out of the Italian Open, the Spaniard is currently taking part in the Grand Slam. On Saturday he outclassed the American tennis ace Sebastian Korda in the round of 32 of the French Open. Following that, Alcaraz took some time off from practice to cheer for Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League final.

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Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal attend the Champions League finals

With his fourth round clash ahead, Alcaraz prioritized watching Real Madrid in action in the Champions League final at Paris. In addition, the king of clay, with just a few hours from his battle for a seat in quarterfinals, also did the same. Carlos shared the joyous experience on Instagram. And wrote, “Day of rest, training and. CHAMPIONS LEAGUE! Hala Madrid!”

Further, they were successful in cheering real Madrid to a victory. As the team defeated Liverpool 1-0 at the Stade de France. While the former World No.1 Caroline Wozniacki who supported the Liver pool came back empty-handed. Also, one more tennis entity not so much dedicated to a certain team showed up in Paris for the match.

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Aryna Sabalenka, the Former World No.2, also took the opportunity to witness two of the finest football clubs in action on 28th May. Thereafter, the Belarusian shared a post asking people who they support. As she wrote, “Champions league final, who do you support?”

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Who is Carlos’ next opponent?

Carlos Alcaraz is about to lock horns with the Russian tennis professional Karen Khachanov. The 26-year-old thrashed the British tennis ace and the former World No.10 Cameron Norrie in the third round to make it up to the fourth. Further, the current world, no.6, Alcaraz will meet Khachanov for the first time in the round of 16 at French Open 2022.

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However, there are high chances that the 19-year-old might out-muscle the Russian. As he is currently riding high on form and is holding a record of 28 victories with just three losses for this year.

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Mahima Verma

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Mahima Verma is a Tennis writer for EssentiallySports. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management from IHM Mumbai. A sports enthusiast, particularly Tennis since her childhood, Mahima believes that she is fortunate enough to witness the legends like Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Serena Williams play.
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Deepakshi Chaudhary