The tennis world was abuzz with chatter following Carlos Alcaraz’s silver medal win at his first Olympics, as he narrowly missed out on the gold to Novak Djokovic in a thrilling final. The young Spaniard, who had tears in his eyes during a post-match interview with Eurosport, was visibly emotional at falling short of delivering a historic gold medal for his country.
“I already appreciate the silver medal a lot, because I know how difficult it is and I’m enjoying the moment,” Alcaraz said. “Of course when I left the court it was difficult for me because I have a strong ambition. But you have to put everything into perspective, think about how complicated it is to win an Olympic medal.”
Despite the disappointment of missing out on gold, Alcaraz acknowledged the significance of his achievement and found solace in the enjoyment of standing on the podium.
“A lot can happen in four years and I hope to be able to compete in Los Angeles 2028,” he mused. “The Olympic Games are one of the most special competitions there is. Being able to represent your country at the Olympics is one of the most beautiful things about sport in general.”
One of the highlights for Alcaraz was getting the opportunity to play doubles with his idol Rafael Nadal, a dream come true for the young player.
“There were moments when I had goosebumps during the matches with him,” Alcaraz recalled. “It’s something I will always remember and that will stay with me for the rest of my life.”
Despite the heartbreak of falling short in the final, Alcaraz’s resilience and positive attitude shone through as he reflected on his Olympic journey. The tennis world eagerly anticipates what the future holds for this young star in the making.
