Tim Henman Bows to Alcaraz: "He Can Already Be Considered a Legend"
The former British player is enthusiastic about Carlos Alcaraz, discussing his meteoric rise, exemplary personality, and his place among tennis icons.
With six Grand Slams to his name, Carlos Alcaraz is already among the greatest champions in tennis history. And at just 22 years old, the Spaniard has many years ahead of him to continue chasing records.
Tim Henman, who spent time with the El Palmar native during the Laver Cup last month, expressed his admiration in an interview with Tennis365:
"I spent a bit of time with him and was very impressed not only by his qualities as a player but also by his personality. His attitude, his energy, his values on and off the court are exemplary. His game has evolved in a phenomenal way."
The former British No. 1 believes that Alcaraz, despite his young age, can already be considered a legend of the game:
"What Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic achieved by winning 20, 22, and 24 Grand Slams almost created an imbalance for other generations. If you think about Edberg, Becker, McEnroe, Wilander, or Connors, they are legends of this sport.
Alcaraz is at six Grand Slams and he is still very young. And people are starting to ask if he will win 20. It's almost unfair.
Of course, when I was playing and Pete Sampras won 14 Grand Slams, I would have bet all my money that no one would surpass him. And yet, three players have done it. We'll see how many Grand Slams Alcaraz and Sinner will achieve."
Tim knows if he doesn't do it, alcazar will never let him near to observe training or talk to him. Tim knows better and has to keep licking some behind because his awful commentating career depends on it.