Nadalcaraz: a “dream” partnership

One thing is clear, whichever nickname stands the test of time, Nadal and Alcaraz are thrilled to be together in Paris.

“Playing my first doubles tournament with Rafa is a a dream come true,” said Alcaraz who has won four Grand Slams including the 2024 French Open, which took place on the same famous courts as the competition at the upcoming Games.

“I’m very excited to play with the best player in the world in the doubles,” added Nadal, who himself has 22 Grand Slam singles titles including 14 won at Roland Garros. “He is going to be one of the greatest in history.”

However, while the two are excited to play together, and the tennis world is buzzing about the prospect of seeing how the two greats combine, Nadal was eager to sound a word of caution to those expecting them to breeze through every match.

“I understand people are curious to see us playing together,” he said. “But that does not mean we will be a success.”

For now, tennis fans across the world will continue to speculate as to how history will remember the Nadal/Alcaraz duo at Paris 2024, while the players themselves soak in the once-in-a-lifetime of playing together at the Olympic Games.

Tennis gets underway at Roland Garros on 27 July, with the order of play released on 26 July.