“Alcaraz Reveals Shocking Truth About First Federer Encounter – Waiting for an ‘Apology’!”
Carlos Alcaraz recently opened up about his first meeting with Roger Federer as he gears up for a reunion with the Swiss legend at the Laver Cup. The two Grand Slam champions first crossed paths in 2019 when a 16-year-old Alcaraz, still competing in juniors, had the chance to practice with Federer at Wimbledon. While…
Carlos Alcaraz recently opened up about his first meeting with Roger Federer as he gears up for a reunion with the Swiss legend at the Laver Cup. The two Grand Slam champions first crossed paths in 2019 when a 16-year-old Alcaraz, still competing in juniors, had the chance to practice with Federer at Wimbledon.
While Alcaraz cherishes the memory of that day, Federer has revealed a humorous twist to the story. The Swiss maestro, now 43, admitted that he initially preferred to train with Alcaraz’s coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, instead of the young Spaniard. As Federer prepares to reunite with the world No. 3 at the Laver Cup, he’s planning to issue a light-hearted “apology” to Alcaraz.
Recalling their Wimbledon session, Alcaraz said, “I remember the training as if it were yesterday. Meeting Federer was an unforgettable moment, and I still have a photo of it in my room.” Despite their practice five years ago, the two haven’t crossed paths since, but that’s set to change as Alcaraz joins the Laver Cup for the first time, an event co-created by Federer.
Federer, on the other hand, shared his side of the story, saying, “I only practiced with Carlos once when he was a junior. The next day, my coach asked if I wanted to warm up with him again, but I said, ‘No, I’d rather warm up with his coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, who’s from my generation.’ I think I owe Carlos an apology this week.”
The tennis world is now eagerly awaiting this friendly reunion between two generations of tennis greats.