So didn't find Alcaraz & Vondrousova dance. But found this forgotten gem with Serena Williams & Novak Djokovic from 2015.
Daily Dose of Social Media: Alcaraz and Krejcikova's Wimbledon victories echo across social channels
Tennis NewsTuesday, 16 July 2024 at 00:44
With the
end of Wimbledon, Carlos Alcaraz and Barbora Krejcikova stole the spotlight in
the tennis world, a recognition that also spread across social media with
congratulations from legends and fellow players. Additionally, they grabbed
attention off the court by bringing back the traditional Wimbledon champions'
dance in an unprecedented video that went viral on social media.
The finals
of the Euro Cup and Copa America kept several tennis players glued to their
screens, sharing their impressions following Spain's victory over England in
Berlin and Argentina's win over Colombia in Miami.
Champions dance between Alcaraz and Krejcikova
The
Wimbledon men's and women's singles champions attended the Wimbledon champions'
dinner. A decades-old tradition at Wimbledon had the winners of the men's and
women's draws opening the party with a dance, although since 1977, the activity
has been at the participants' discretion.
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Alcaraz
delivered one of the best performances of his career on Sunday, comfortably
defeating 7-time champion Novak Djokovic 6-2, 6-2, 7-6(4). The Spaniard added
his second trophy at the All England Club and was the guest of honor at the
champions' ceremony alongside women's champion Barbora Krejcikova. The Czech
triumphed 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 over Jasmine Paolini in the final, securing the Venus
Rosewater Dish.
The
champions appeared in high spirits at the champions' dinner and decided to
revive the tradition of the champions' dance. The last time this occurred was
in 2015, when Serena Williams and Djokovic danced to the Bee Gees' "Night
Fever." Since then, the champions had not followed this tradition. This
time, Alcaraz took the initiative to bring back the tradition, inviting
Krejcikova to dance. The Czech enthusiastically joined him on stage to the
applause of the hundreds of guests.
Alcaraz y Krejcikova bailando en la cena de campeones de Wimbledon. Genios 🕺❤️💃
Djokovic and Nadal send their regards to Alcaraz
Sunday's
runner-up Novak Djokovic posted a message on X congratulating Alcaraz after his
decisive loss in the final. The Spaniard delivered a masterful performance to
secure a 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 victory, claiming his second Wimbledon title. Alcaraz
has also become the second player to defeat Djokovic twice at SW19, joining
Tomas Berdych.
“Every time
I walk on to Centre Court, I am filled with such gratitude that I am living out
my childhood dream. Thank you to my entire team, partners, family, friends and
#nolefam for all of your support throughout the last few weeks. Onwards.
Felicidades, @carlosalcaraz. Well deserved, my friend”
Similarly,
22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal shared a photo on Instagram where he
was watching Alcaraz's match and extended his congratulations to his
compatriot. Alcaraz now matches Nadal with two titles at the All England Club,
making them the only Spanish men to win there in the Open Era (alongside
Garbine Muguruza and Conchita Martinez in the women's category):
"Congratulations Carlos!!!! What a great moment, another one. Big Hug!”
Nadal captioned.
Alcaraz receives congratulations from peers and sporting icons
Alcaraz
received congratulations from several players and former players, who took to
social media to salute the now 2-time Wimbledon champion, including Juan Martin
Del Potro, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Garbine Muguruza, Victoria Azarenka, and Iga
Swiatek.
The
Spaniard shared a photo with the champion's trophy and received greetings from
his colleagues. Billie Jean King wrote, "Congratulations to the
champion." Holger Rune added, "Congratulations," while Hubert
Hurkacz commented, "Congrats," along with applause emojis. Boris
Becker wrote, "You are an amazing player with a special gift called
tennis. Celebrate with your loved ones and keep dreaming."
Former
Brazilian Ballon d'Or winner Kaká greeted Alcaraz: "Congratulations
Crack," while Spain's 2-times UEFA Champions League champion Sergio
Roberto commented: "Congratulations." Former Real Madrid player and
five-time Champions League winner Marcelo also left a salute.
Formula 1
racer Oscas Piastri, cyclist Alberto Contador and motorcycling rider David
Alonso were other prominent sportsmen who left words for Alcaraz.
Huuuge congratulations @BKrejcikova and @carlosalcaraz for amazing two weeks and your titles! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😊
Que grande campeón!!! 🙌
Congratulations, Carlos! You’re shaping bit by bit into a sports icon 👏👏👏
Congratulations @carlosalcaraz on your second @Wimbledon victory! You are an extraordinary player with a special gift called tennis 🎾 Celebrate with your loved ones and keep on dreaming ✨
Outstanding achievement from @carlosalcaraz Back to back grand slams trophies! Wow! Congratulations
Schwartzmann and Del Potro celebrate Argentina's Copa America victory
In a
weekend full of football, during the early hours of the European morning, at
the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, the Copa America final was played, in which
Argentina won a new international championship after beating Colombia 1-0,
despite an injury to Messi that forced him to leave the field in the second
half.
Argentina's
Diego Schwartzmann was attentive to what his national team was doing and shared
a message on Twitter celebrating his team's triumph: "What a final. What
winners. What madness. ETERNAL THANKS. Likewise, former US Open champion Juan
Martin Del Potro shared his joy after Argentina became champions of America for
the 16th time in their history,
Que final. Que ganadores. Que locura. GRACIAS ETERNAS 🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷
DALEEE CAMPEONNN!!! 🇦🇷🏆
Emma Raducanu in England's national team kit
On Sunday the England national football team played in the final of the European Championship against Spain. The English were looking for their first continental title, but lost 2-1 in their second consecutive final defeat. After a disappointing day for England, Emma Raducanu shared a photo on Instagam wearing her country's national team kit.
The 21-year-old reached the Round of 16 at Wimbledon and lost to qualifier Lulu Sun in three sets. However, the former US Open champion spent the week at the All England Club taking part in a variety of activities, including a chat with Princess of Wales Kate Middleton and her daughter Charlotte, as well as watching Alcaraz and Djokovic's match from the Spaniard's box.
Casper Ruud and 'Rafa' at Bastad Open
Casper Ruud is poised for his debut at the ATP 250 Bastad Open on Wednesday after receiving a first-round bye. The 2021 champion has already made his mark in the doubles draw, teaming up with Rafael Nadal for a decisive victory over the second-seeded pair of Guido Andreozzi and Miguel Angel Reyes-Varela, triumphing 6-1, 6-4.
The Norwegian arrived in Sweden with a special addition to his team: his dog 'Rafa', who has garnered attention on social media and even received accreditation from the tournament as part of Ruud's "Player Family." Ruud will return to the court on Wednesday for the next doubles challenge alongside Nadal, awaiting the winner between Navone/Norrie and Safiulin/Arribage. In singles, Ruud awaits the outcome of Federico Coria versus Thiago Monteiro for his next match.
Another Rafa at Bastad
Casper and co. have finally arrived in Bastad
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AceOfBase23-11-2024 - Paolini remarkably low. Must have won tons of matches against lower ranked players. Kind of like these rankings. Seem to be more fair.MrAndreeva23-11-2024
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