In a stunning display of skill and determination, young tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz defeated the legendary Novak Djokovic, considered the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) by many, in the Wimbledon men’s final. This remarkable victory has sent shockwaves throughout the tennis world, as Alcaraz managed to overcome the seemingly unbeatable Djokovic on the prestigious Centre Court. The match showcased Alcaraz’s immense talent, which has convinced the German tennis legend, Boris Becker, that he is the perfect successor to the Djoker’s throne.
After his win, Carlos was definitely hailed as the star who can overcome the unstoppable force that is Novak. Even the six-time major winner agrees to the same, but the Spaniard does not feel this is the moment for him to replace the 23-time major winner.
Boris Becker feels Carlos Alcaraz will influence change in the guard in men’s tennis
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The Spaniard, when questioned about replacing the Serbian and bringing a change in guard, he said now is not the time for it.
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In an interview with ATP, he said, “I don’t think so because as long as Rafa and Djokovic are playing and are active there will be no change of era. In a few years, when they retire and don’t play anymore, the debate may come up again. Now it’s not the moment. I have won for myself and my team, not to start an era.”
On the other hand, Boris Becker, a six-time major winner, feels that he hailed the intense showdown as a changing of the guard moment.
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In an interview with Eurosport, he said, “I see it as a changing of the guard. I see it as a game that will go down in history, and we’ll be talking about it in ten years. This is the day Carlos Alcaraz came of age, and we’ve seen a lot of praise now in the last 48 hours. But at the end of the day, you have to show it in a Grand Slam final against the best, and that’s Djokovic. And how did he show it!”
He felt that defeating the greatest of all time takes a person who holds the traits of bringing change in the era. Further, he also talked about Carlos’ performance in the match.
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