The former world number 1 defeated Tallon Griekspoor this Tuesday, in Malaga, during the Davis Cup quarter-final between Spain and the Netherlands.
Carlos Alcaraz did not tremble. After a balanced start to the match, the former world number 1 took off and was no longer worried by the Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor (7-6 6-3) this Tuesday, in Malaga, during the second single of the quarter. final between Spain and the Netherlands. 1h25 of play. The two teams are tied (1-1) before the doubles. It is Marc Granollers who will be associated with Alcaraz to try to bring the decisive point to La Roja. They will be opposed to Wesley Koolhof and Botic van de Zandschulp.
Remember that Rafael Nadal lost to Botic van de Zandschulp (6-4 6-4) in the first singles. A match which could be the last of the Spanish legend, soon to retire. “I started the match well, I just lost concentration on one play, I let him take the break. I had to stay focused, positive and fighting. He has incredible service. I knew it was going to come back, I had to be patient. I'm happy I was able to finish in two sets. I watched Rafa's match. It's the Davis Cup, a very important tournament for me, for everyone, I have to play my best tennis for us to go through. I did it for Rafa, I also played for Rafa. And I hope we win“. All that's left to do is…