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Carlos Alcaraz is a professional soccer lover, he warms up 9 hours earlier of his match just to watch El Clásico

Calros Alcaraz took the win over Serbian Laslo Djere in Rome's Round of 32

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz reacts during the ATP Barcelona Open tennis...
Spain's Carlos Alcaraz reacts during the ATP Barcelona Open tennis final agaisnt Denmark's Holger Rune in Barcelona, Spain, Sunday, April 20, 2025. AP Photo/Joan Monfort)

Carlos Alcaraz is currently competing in Rome, where he has advanced to the next stage after an impressive performance. In the Round of 64, he defeated Serbian player Dusan Lajovic, followed by another victory against his fellow countryman Laslo Djere in the Round of 32. Alcaraz is now set to face off against Russian Karen Kachanov. The winner of this match will then await the victor in the match between Italian Lorenzo Musetti and Russian Daniil Medvedev.

Beyond his tennis career, Carlos Alcaraz is also known for his ion for soccer. As a devoted fan of Real Madrid, he shares this iration with his idol, Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal. Recently, Alcaraz was seen preparing for his match a staggering nine hours early, all to ensure he could catch a glimpse of the highly anticipated El Clásico.

In the latest clash between Barcelona and Real Madrid, the Catalan giants emerged victorious, further solidifying their position at the top of La Liga. With a thrilling score of 4-3, Barcelona heightened their lead, now sitting seven points ahead of their fierce rivals. Despite Kylian Mbappé's stunning hat trick, the efforts were not enough to secure a win for the merengues.

This match marked the fourth time Barcelona has triumphed over Real Madrid this season, having already won twice in the domestic league and once in the Supercopa and Copa del Rey Final. Such a streak demonstrates Barcelona's remarkable dominance in their rivalry, showcasing their strength in key matches throughout the season.

Back on the tennis courts, Carlos Alcaraz is also keeping an eye on the suspension situation surrounding fellow player Jannik Sinner. Sinner was under suspension for testing positive for Clostebol, and the decision was made by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Alcaraz, like many in the tennis community, is awaiting the outcome of this situation now that the Italian had returned to the tour.

As the tournament progresses and with the backdrop of Spanish soccer's intense rivalry, Alcaraz remains focused on his performance while balancing his ion for sports. His commitment to both tennis and soccer illustrates not only his dedication as an athlete but also his connection to the cultural fabric of Spain's sports scene.

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