Tony Nadal broke out another thunderous quote: I don't want Alcaraz's achievements to surpass Nadal

Toni Nadal has spoken about the possibility of becoming Alcaraz's coach in recent days. The 64-year-old veteran coach, who has led Nadal to 16 of his 22 Grand Slam titles, said he would hesitate to ask Alcaraz to be his coach because he didn't want the Spaniard to surpass his nephew.

In an interview with the podcast, Nadal praised Alcaraz's on-court ability, highlighting the 22-year-old's core strengths in the game. Despite his young age, Alcaraz has risen to the top of the world rankings, winning 20 singles titles in his career, including five Grand Slam titles.

"On a tennis level, I think he's fantastic. He can handle all situations and is proficient in everything. He's the fastest player, hitting the ball with a lethal shot and a powerful forehand and backhand. Serving may be his weakest link, but I think his serve is pretty good. He's very skilled, with the occasional missteps, whether it's a distraction or a tactical choice, but overall he's too good. Tony Nadal commented on the podcast.

The veteran coach then further spoke about the possibility of coaching Alcaraz in the future, "He definitely won't call me, he already has a good enough coaching team. I don't think he needs my help at all. Even if he did invite me, huh...... I don't want him to overtake Rafa, or I'll be very embarrassed. ”

All of Alcaraz's trophies to date have been won under Ferrero's tutelage. Ferrero is a former world number one who won 16 singles titles as a player, including the 2003 French Open.

If Alcaraz's epic final victory at Roland Garros last week was a blockbuster, his moment of victory will undoubtedly be remembered and talked about for many years to come. The five-hour, 29-minute marathon was full of drama as Alcaraz saved three match points in quick succession to keep his opponent Sinner from winning his first French Open trophy.

Alcaraz lifted his fifth Grand Slam title at the age of 22 years and 34 days, just one day older than his idol and compatriot Rafael Nadal, who won his fifth title that year. Significantly, Nadal's fifth Grand Slam title also came in a dramatic moment: in the 2008 Wimbledon final, the left-handed champion won the legendary duel against Federer, one of the most iconic battles in the history of the pair's 40 meetings.

Alcaraz extended his record of winning all Grand Slam finals to 5-0, just two short of equalling Federer's record of winning all seven of his previous Grand Slam finals. Federer, a 20-time Grand Slam champion, won his first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon in 2003 and did not lose his first Grand Slam final at the French Open in 2006, when he was beaten by Nadal in straight sets.

Alcaraz won his first Grand Slam title at the 2022 US Open, a title that came with a double accolade for the rising Spaniard: he was not only crowned champion, but also became the youngest world number one in the history of the ATP rankings.

The 22-year-old will be chasing another historic feat at Wimbledon – he is on track to become only the second player after Bjorn Borg to win back-to-back French and Wimbledon titles. Borg won back-to-back French Open-Wimbledon titles in 1978, 1979 and 1980.

Alcaraz, who currently leads the ATP standings, has won Wimbledon for two consecutive seasons, and both victories have frustrated Djokovic's dream of winning an eighth Grand Slam on grass and equalling the all-time record.(Source: Tennis Home Author: Spark)