/origin-imgresizer.eurosport.com/2026/02/01/image-3d88ead2-128f-4919-8eab-40afca384c03-85-2560-1440.jpeg "Nadal: Alcaraz Support & Djokovic Respect – Australian Open Final")
Mentality monster vs. street fighter: Alcaraz and Djokovic in the final
Which: Eurosport
“Novak and I have an amazing history together, having fought for the most important titles over the years, and I wish him all the best,” said Nadal: “But if I have to support someone, it’s probably Carlos.”
The two Spaniards Nadal and Alcaraz played together in doubles at the 2024 Olympic Games.
Djokovic’s masterpiece in the semifinals against Jannik Sinner impressed the 22-time Grand Slam winner, who had long struggled with the Serb for the record number of major tournament successes (24). “If Novak wins, I will be happy for him because in a way it is spectacular what he is doing at this stage of his career,” said Nadal, who won the Australian Open twice himself.
Djokovic (38) is a “positive example of commitment and perseverance,” said the 39-year-old: “Novak is no longer in his prime for obvious reasons, but he is still very, very competitive at an age where that is difficult. I have great respect for him.”
(SID)
