Carlos Alcaraz Equals Rafael Nadal’s Career Record with Rotterdam Open Victory
Carlos Alcaraz claimed his first title of 2025 by winning the Rotterdam Open, defeating Alex de Minaur in straight sets. This victory marks his 13th ATP title, equaling the number of trophies Rafael Nadal had at the same age.
Alcaraz, 20, has been widely regarded as Nadal’s successor in Spanish tennis, and his latest triumph further cements his place among the sport’s elite. The young Spaniard showcased his aggressive baseline play and tactical intelligence to outclass De Minaur, securing a 7-5, 6-4 victory.
With this win, Alcaraz has now matched Nadal’s ATP title tally at 20 years old, a feat that underlines his meteoric rise. Nadal, who also had 13 titles at 20, went on to become a 22-time Grand Slam champion, and Alcaraz’s trajectory suggests he could follow a similar path.
This win in Rotterdam is particularly significant for Alcaraz, as it is his first ATP 500 title on indoor hard courts, proving his versatility across all surfaces. The Spaniard has already won two Grand Slam titles—the 2022 US Open and 2023 Wimbledon—and continues to dominate the ATP Tour.
With Nadal in the later stages of his career, Alcaraz’s achievements are drawing even more attention. His ability to match one of the greatest players of all time at such a young age signals a promising future. If he continues at this pace, Alcaraz could soon break even more records in men’s tennis.
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