Carlos Alcaraz Injury: Rafael Nadal Keeps the Spaniard Dreaming Despite Minor Olympics Setback

If there’s anything that disheartens tennis fans, it’s a potential injury scare.

Carlos Alcaraz has reassured fans after a minor leg issue during his victory against Tallon Griekspoor at the Paris Olympics. The Spanish tennis star advanced to the last 16 with a 6-1, 7-6 win, despite requiring off-court treatment for his right leg.

"Leg has the issue, but I will be there tomorrow for doubles. It is not a problem, it's the life of tennis players to have small niggles. Will give my all to be there tomorrow, with Rafa."

Carlos to Corretja after the match, translated by Eurosport.

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Alcaraz downplayed the injury, stating it’s just part of a tennis player’s life and confirmed he would compete in doubles with Rafael Nadal. The World No. 3 expressed satisfaction with his performance, especially after saving a set point. Alcaraz and Nadal will take to the Roland Garros clay courts for their second-round doubles contest on Tuesday, July 30.