After Lionel Messi’s Customized Gift, Carlos Alcaraz Gets Cristiano Ronaldo’s Seal of Approval on Winning the French Open

Carlos Alcaraz is a name that is on everyone’s lips. The tennis sensation lifted the French Cup after clinching a remarkable victory over German prime Alexander Zverev. But what struck the eye of many was a token of appreciation from the two greatest players of the soccer world for the Spaniard. Just hours after receiving a special gift from Lionel Messi, Alcaraz got a stamp of approval from none other than Cristiano Ronaldo.

The 21-year-old, who became the youngest-ever tennis player to win the US Open, Wimbledon, and now the French Open titles, shared his recent achievement on Instagram. A picture with a big smile while candidly looking at the supporters as Alcaraz held the Roland Garros title was shared by the tennis star. He also wrote a caption, “What can I say 🏆🥹.” As his 5 million followers rushed to engage on the post, Cristiano Ronaldo surprisingly joined the bandwagon.

The Portuguese legend reacted to Alcaraz’s victory by liking the post. This certainly is a subtle yet powerful acknowledgment from CR7 over the youngster’s triumph. Interestingly, Alcaraz has also once made a remarkable gesture for the 39-year-old soccer star. After defeating Daniil Medvedev in last year’s ATP to reach the semi-final, the talented tennis youngster wrote ‘Semis! Siuuu!’ catchphrase on a nearby camera.

Need not remind you that this is a catchphrase of none other than Ronaldo, who shouts it while doing his iconic celebration. Either way, both seem to have massive respect for each other as the Al Nassr star reacted to Alcaraz’s victory. But the development transpired just days before Ronaldo’s long-term rival, Lionel Messi, who also made a remarkable gesture for Alcaraz.

Before Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi made Carlos Alcaraz’s day

Hours before winning the French Open, Carlos Alcaraz received a special gift from Lionel Messi. The 36-year-old sent his Inter Miami signed jersey, framed alongside a photo of himself celebrating. Interestingly, with his iconic signature was a small yet heartfelt message from Messi. He wrote, “To Carlos with affection.” Notably, @AlbicelesteTalk on X shared the picture. This isn’t the first time Messi has given gifts to a tennis player.

In December, the Miami star sent Rafael Nadal signed Argentinian memorabilia, commemorating their 2022 World Cup victory in Qatar. This gesture came a year after the Spanish legend supported the 8x Ballon d’Or winner in his bid for the Laureus Sportsman of the Year award. Be that as it may, Messi’s gesture proved lucky for Alcaraz, as hours later, he went on to clinch a remarkable victory.