The ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals) press service has commented on the recent victory of Carlos Alcaraz, the world number three and four-time Grand Slam champion, at the Rome Masters tournament.
In the final match, the Spanish player overcame the current world number one, Italian Jannik Sinner, with a score of 7/6(5), 6/1 to claim the title.
Following Alcaraz`s triumph, the ATP`s social media post drew a parallel with legendary compatriot Rafael Nadal. They wrote:
“Following in his idol`s footsteps”
This win, secured on May 18th, marks the 19th career title for Carlos Alcaraz. His successful season to date also includes earlier victories at the Monte-Carlo Masters and the ATP 500 tournament in Rotterdam.