The 2024 Indian Wells Masters is entering its business end. Over the past few days, the tennis world has witnessed some thrilling action from top players around the world. With just 4 players left to win the title, the excitement is further building up. Later today, Carlos Alcaraz will take on Jannik Sinner in the first semifinal. Ahead of their big match, Sinner’s coach, Darren Cahill, made a big revelation about Sinner’s relationship with Alcaraz.

Sinner and Alcaraz have been the most successful among the next generation of tennis stars. As a result, they are much talked about and their relationship with each other is often thrown to light. Let’s find out what Cahill had to say on this matter.

Coach of Jannik Sinner gets candid on mutual respect with Carlos Alcaraz

Ahead of the semifinal match between Sinner and Alcaraz, the Australian coach appeared in an interview with Sky Sports. During that conversation, he opened up about the bond Alcaraz and Sinner share on and off the court. Cahill said, “Two young, great kids, not just on the court but off the court as well. Their friendship is real.”

Further, he went on to add, “They both respect each other and like each other and you’ll see that on the court tomorrow regardless of who wins. I think these two young men are going to play each other many, many times in the next 10 years and this is just another part of their rivalry. I’m looking forward to it.”

Of late, both Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have found much success. At the 2023 Wimbledon Championships, the Spaniard defeated Novak Djokovic in the summit clash to win the title. On the other hand, Sinner tasted his first Grand Slam success at the 2024 Australian Open. Due to massive success early on in their careers, the Sinner-Alcaraz pair is often compared to the Federer–Nadal duo.

Are Sinner and Alcaraz the next Federer and Nadal?

During their illustrious careers, Federer and Nadal shared a great bond despite a strong on-court rivalry. They often had good things to say about each other. Like them, Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner also are great friends. Recently, they were spotted practicing at Indian Wells in matching outfits.

Additionally, the two heaped praise on each other ahead of their match. While Alcaraz termed Sinner as the best player in recent times, Sinner said he enjoyed playing against the Spaniard.

It’ll be interesting to see how the two fare when they go up against each other in the Indian Wells semifinal. Their match will take place later today. Whom are you supporting?

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