Nadal: "I have a very special connection with Alcaraz"
Rafael Nadal offered a few comments at the event he attended this Sunday at the Open de Australia 2026. When asked about his favorite for the final once again, the Spaniard admitted he will be rooting for Carlos Alcaraz due to their special connection after everything they have experienced together. However, he also reiterated that he would be very happy if Novak Djokovic wins because of the history they share as rivals. Nadal also took a moment to reflect on his epic final battle against Djokovic in 2012.
Rafael Nadal with a 💯/10 answer on who he thinks will win the #AO26 men's singles final tonight 😅 pic.com/xnhs7YdakB
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2012 - Nadal battled Djokovic for 5 hrs 53 mins (and has good memories from it)
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2026 - Djokovic will face Alcaraz, aiming for his 11th AO title 🔥 pic.com/YdhVqRmXGb
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