“Carlos has more talent, but …”

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Rafael Nadal’s withdrawal opened an important vacuum in Spanish tennis, but Carlos Alcaraz He has managed to occupy that space with determination and results. At 22, the young Murcian has shown that he is prepared to lead the new generation. Although inevitable, the comparison with Nadal is not always fair. The manacorí left a difficult mark to replicate. Alcaraz, however, is drawing his own and very promising path.

Becker highlights an insurmountable difference between the two

The German extenist Boris Becker, in an interview with The worldhe wanted to value that transition. And he has done it with a statement as clear as overwhelming: “Carlos has more natural talent, But Rafa’s heart has not had it or will have another athlete in history. Alcaraz is fantastic, Djokovic and Federer are legends, but Nadal was at a different level of competitiveness. If in a tournament you crossed with him … good luck, friend“Becker said.

The German asks not to label Alcaraz as ‘the new Nadal’

Becker also took the opportunity to ask that Do not impose on Alcaraz The weight of being considered Nadal’s direct successor. “Rafa there is only one,” he said, and stressed that this can become unnecessary pressure. In his opinion, Alcaraz is forging his own identity in the circuit. Although he recognizes his potential, the German ex -sanitist stressed that It is difficult to know how much its presence will last in the elite. Therefore, he believes that he deserves time without constant comparisons.

A clear message to the Spanish press and followers

In the final stretch of the interview, Becker appealed to the media and the fans: “Carlos is the most exciting tennis player in the world”. However, he asked for more understanding when the results do not accompany. “You have to be more careful and not judge him so hard every time he loses a party”he warned. Alcaraz is not Nadal and that difference does not have to be negative.

Although comparisons will continue to be part of the story, both Becker and many fans agree that Spanish tennis does not need a new Nadal, but a full, free and faithful Alcaraz. His talent has already left his mark and time will say if he manages to build a different legend, but equally unforgettable.