After losing in the quarterfinals to Djokovic, Alcaraz was seen limping off the court in a viral clip on social media. Commentators speculated that the 21-year-old was intentionally mocking the Serbian player, who had taken a medical timeout during their match. The video shows Alcaraz limping to his bench and sitting down before getting up and repeating the gesture. This incident adds fuel to the already intense rivalry between the two tennis stars.
Novak Djokovic vs. Carlos Alcaraz: A Heated Rivalry Takes a New Turn
The intense rivalry between tennis titans Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz reached a new level following the quarterfinals at the Madrid Open. Alcaraz, who had just lost to Djokovic, was captured on camera limping off the court. The incident sparked speculation that he was mocking Djokovic, who had taken a medical timeout during their match.
Background
Djokovic and Alcaraz have faced off several times before, with Djokovic holding the advantage. In the 2022 Wimbledon final, Djokovic defeated Alcaraz in a grueling four-set match. The match featured several controversial moments, including Djokovic's medical timeout for an abdominal injury.
The Incident
After losing to Djokovic in the Madrid Open quarterfinals, Alcaraz was seen limping off the court. Commentators speculated that he was intentionally mocking Djokovic's medical timeout. The video shows Alcaraz limping to his bench, sitting down, and then repeating the gesture.
Alcaraz's Explanation
Alcaraz later denied that he was mocking Djokovic, claiming that he was simply "feeling pain in his right foot." He also stated that he was not aware of Djokovic's medical timeout.
Djokovic's Response
Djokovic has remained silent on the incident, but sources close to the Serbian player reportedly believe that Alcaraz's gesture was disrespectful.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Did Alcaraz intentionally mock Djokovic? Alcaraz denies mocking Djokovic, claiming that he was experiencing pain.
2. What was Djokovic's medical timeout for? Djokovic took a medical timeout during the Wimbledon final for an abdominal injury.
3. How many times have Djokovic and Alcaraz played? They have played four times, with Djokovic holding the 3-1 advantage.
4. Who won the Madrid Open in 2023? Djokovic defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas in the final.
5. When will Djokovic and Alcaraz play again? Their next scheduled match is the French Open quarterfinals.
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