The Spaniard also said he enjoyed the podium, despite losing in the final to Novak Djokovic
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The silver medal won at his first Olympics should be a source of pride for Carlos Alcaraz and not of disappointment. The Spaniard won the silver medal only surrendering to an extraordinary performance by Novak Djokovic in the final. The Spaniard burst into tears during the interview given a few minutes after the defeat to Eurosport. Tears of someone who would have wanted to give a historic gold to his country. But Carlitos should be proud, also for having played doubles with his idol Rafael Nadal in the last Olympics of the legendary 22-time Slam champion.
However, Alcaraz understood the importance of the feat he achieved by winning the silver and explained that he enjoyed the moment already on the podium.
© Clive Brunskill / Staff Getty Images Sport“I already appreciate the silver medal a lot, because I know how difficult it is and I’m enjoying the moment. Now I feel good and I enjoy wearing it. Of course when I left the court it was difficult for me because I have a strong ambition. But you have to put everything into perspective, think about how complicated it is to win an Olympic medal. During the award ceremony, on the podium, I said to myself: You have to appreciate this moment, you don’t know if it will happen again,” Alcaraz explained to Eurosport
“A lot can happen in four years and I hope to be able to compete in Los Angeles 2028. The Olympic Games are one of the most special competitions there is. Being able to represent your country at the Olympics is one of the most beautiful things about sport in general. And for me it was really exciting to be able to compete and try to bring joy to all the Spanish people.
The doubles with Rafael Nadal? There were moments when I had goosebumps during the matches with him. It’s something I will always remember and that will stay with me for the rest of my life,” he added.
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