LONDON: Carlos Alcaraz told Spain's King Felipe VI to come to more of his matches after the monarch watched his compatriot end Novak Djokovic's reign as Wimbledon champion in an epic final on Sunday
Alcaraz defeated seven-time champion Djokovic 1-6, 7-6 , 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 to claim his first Wimbledon title and second at the majors.
"It's special to play in front of royalty. King Felipe, I am really proud that you are here supporting me," Alcaraz said during his post-match interview on Centre Court. As well as the King's support, Alcaraz, who won the US Open last year, enjoyed huge backing from the majority of the Centre Court crowd, who roared him to victory in the final set.
"It's such an iconic club. I know Roger Federer had trouble getting in without the card! I have to bring the card," he said.Rare talent Carlos Alcaraz on way to '30 Grand Slams'
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