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Whatever happens Rafans always win - Tennis fans react to Rafael Nadal connection in 2022 US Open final between Carlos Alcaraz and Casper Ruud

By Parag Jain Modified 10 Sep 2022 Follow Us 1 Comment Share Carlos Alcaraz and Casper Ruud to fight for the 2022 US Open title Before Carlos Alcaraz downed home-hope Frances Tiafoe in the second semifinal of the 2022 US Open, Casper Ruud beat Russia's Karen Khachanov in the first at the Arthur Ashe Stadium on Friday. The three-hour match between Ruud and Khachanov saw the Norwegian win 7-6(5), 6-2, 5-7, 6-2. Alcaraz, on the other hand, played his third consecutive five-set match as he outplayed Tiafoe 6-7(6), 6-3, 6-1, 6-7(5), 6-3 in four hours and 19 minutes. The two youngsters are looking to lift their first Grand Slam title this Sunday in New York. While 19-year-old Alcaraz will play a Major final for the first time, it will be the second for 23-year-old Ruud. At the 2022 French Open, the Norwegian faced a crushing straight-sets defeat to 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal in the finals. Speaking of Nadal, as soon as the two finalists were decided, some fans pointed out the connection both of them had with the 36-year-old. At the age of 19, Ruud joined the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain and trained there for a long time. Nadal's compatriot Alcaraz, who grew up watching his idol, has always shown appreciation for him. These two factors led fans to suggest that regardless of who wins, the legend from Mallorca will be happy. "Ain't that a beautiful thing. A product of the Rafa Nadal academy and a kid who learned his craft during the aura and era of Rafa Nadal, each vying for #1," a fan tweeted. Dan S@DannyStrovo@theafriyie_ Ain't that a beautiful thing. A product of the Rafa Nadal academy and a kid who learned his craft during the aura and era of Rafa Nadal, each vying for #1@theafriyie_ Ain't that a beautiful thing. A product of the Rafa Nadal academy and a kid who learned his craft during the aura and era of Rafa Nadal, each vying for #1 "Tiafoe played a brilliant match. He lost but he is a champion in every way. Alcaraz, well, what can one say? He is a phenom. And considering all the time Ruud spent at the Nadal Academy, learning the Rafa way, it feels like an all Spanish men’s final," a user posted. Howell J. Malham Jr.@GreatSocialGoodTiafoe played a brilliant match. He lost but he is a champion in every way…
Alcaraz, well, what can one say? He is a phenom. And considering all the time Ruud spent at the Nadal Academy, learning the Rafa way, it feels like an all Spanish men’s final…

#USOpentennis #Vamos Tiafoe played a brilliant match. He lost but he is a champion in every way…Alcaraz, well, what can one say? He is a phenom. And considering all the time Ruud spent at the Nadal Academy, learning the Rafa way, it feels like an all Spanish men’s final…#USOpentennis #Vamos "Alcaraz vs Ruud, Two RAFANS, This is how he inspired younger generation, its not about their game, its about their humbleness, sportsmanship and attitude," another tweet read. ?PuRpLE 2 14 2 4@RafaelNadalGOATAlcaraz vs Ruud, Two RAFANS, This is how he inspired younger generation, its not about their game, its about their humbleness, sportsmanship and attitude.19629Alcaraz vs Ruud, Two RAFANS, This is how he inspired younger generation, its not about their game, its about their humbleness, sportsmanship and attitude. Here are a few more reactions: Tennis_Pusher@Tennis_Pusher@josemorgado I don’t think Casper nor Carlos will make same mistake as Zverev calling themselves the new version of the Big 3. Pretty humble Top 3. Rafa legacy in action.6@josemorgado I don’t think Casper nor Carlos will make same mistake as Zverev calling themselves the new version of the Big 3. Pretty humble Top 3. Rafa legacy in action. The Alchemist@ponananthvsTwo Rafans in the final. Whatever happens, Rafans always win.305Two Rafans in the final. Whatever happens, Rafans always win. Dheeraj Singh@Dheerajsingh_19 Year Old Carlos Alcaraz Reached US Open Final

Almost 4 Hours of Battle Between Tiafoe & Alcaraz Ended in 5th Setter, American Dreams has been shattered

2 Students of Nadal Academy Carlos Alcaraz & Casper Ruud going to face each other

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#USOpen40119 Year Old Carlos Alcaraz Reached US Open FinalAlmost 4 Hours of Battle Between Tiafoe & Alcaraz Ended in 5th Setter, American Dreams has been shattered2 Students of Nadal Academy Carlos Alcaraz & Casper Ruud going to face each other #USOpen2022#USOpen TheOracle@keysersozenow@DannyStrovo @theafriyie_ Raga wins either way...add Iga to the mix and #RafaelNadal?'s legacy just continues to grow... 2@DannyStrovo @theafriyie_ Raga wins either way...add Iga to the mix and #RafaelNadal?'s legacy just continues to grow... Chethanrgowda@Rking9980@ponananthvs This grand slam also belongs to Rafal nadal academy1@ponananthvs This grand slam also belongs to Rafal nadal academy Mert Trevis@MertTrevisCarlos Alcaraz: Next gen Rafa Nadal
Casper Ruud: From Nadal Academy
Rafael Nadal: Rafa Nadal himself

So basically Nadal will be the new no 1 next mon :d twitter.com/usopen/status/…US Open Tennis@usopenOne of these men will be the new World No. 1 next Monday:1459One of these men will be the new World No. 1 next Monday: https://t.co/kOWnQv0AeuCarlos Alcaraz: Next gen Rafa NadalCasper Ruud: From Nadal AcademyRafael Nadal: Rafa Nadal himselfSo basically Nadal will be the new no 1 next mon :d twitter.com/usopen/status/… Flavietto99 (RAFA 22 )@FlavioBertolin8@josemorgado Nadal, Nadal's heir and a Rafa Nadal Academy player.721@josemorgado Nadal, Nadal's heir and a Rafa Nadal Academy player. Glen@glen_george@josemorgado Rafa, his compatriot heir and his fan. Not so bad11@josemorgado Rafa, his compatriot heir and his fan. Not so bad kingshit@write2swagatam@josemorgado Ahh all Rafa camp. Want Rudd to be no1 tbh, their will be chaos, too much chaos @josemorgado Ahh all Rafa camp. Want Rudd to be no1 tbh, their will be chaos, too much chaos

I will have to show my best - Carlos Alcaraz on facing Casper Ruud

Casper Ruud (L) and Carlos Alcaraz Carlos Alcaraz leads 2-0 head-to-head against Casper Ruud so far. The pair are about to write the third chapter of their rivalry on one of the biggest stages and in the world's biggest tennis stadium. Although Ruud is yet to win a set against the 19-year-old, he is in great form right now and will look to avenge his previous losses. In a post-match press conference, the Spaniard stated that having faced him twice already, he knows Ruud well and has also had a lot of conversations with him off the court. "I played against him twice. I know him very well," Carlos Alcaraz said. "We shared a lot of moments in the tournaments. Of course, he's a very nice guy off the court. I talk with him a lot, when we can. But, yeah, on the court, I know him. As I said, I played twice. I beat twice him. I mean, he's playing really, really well. I know that. I will have to show my best." Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Anirudh × Feedback Thank You! 1 comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout No Results Found Get the free App now Manage notifications Popular ‍ Sports (30+) CricketCricket HomeScheduleT20 World CupT20 warm upIND vs SAENG vs PAKAUS vs ENGLegends LeagueECS T10 CroatiaWBBL 2022ECC T10SMAT 2022Bukhatir LeagueNZ T20 Tri-SeriesWomen's Asia Cup 2022ECT10 FootballFootball HomeNewslettersSK Experts ScheduleEPLNations LeagueLa LigaLigue 1Champions LeagueFIFA WCMLS Bundesliga Serie A WWEWWE HomeNewslettersRumor RoundupRAWSmackDownResultsRosterChampionsWWE Crown Jewel 2022PPV ScheduleAEW EsportsEsports HomeMinecraftOverwatch 2RobloxGenshin ImpactFortniteGTAStreamersFree FirePUBGValorantBGMIPop CultureAnimeGaming TechWiki Guides TennisTennis HomeTennis calendarTennis Results TodayATP RankingsWTA RankingsRoger FedererRafael NadalNovak DjokovicSerena Williams MMAMMA HomeUFC NewsONE ChampionshipUFC Fight NightScheduleRankingsResultsUFC Fights TonightONE Championship ResultsONE Championship ScheduleONE Championship Rankings KabaddiKabaddi HomePKL 2022PKL SchedulePKL Points TableKabaddi Rules WikiWiki HomeMinecraft WikiNaruto WikiTikTok WikiYoutube WikiGTA WikiTerraria WikiOne Piece Wiki MoreSportsBasketballIndian FootballNFLMinecraftFormula 1NascarPop CultureCollege FootballHockeyGolfAthleticsBadmintonGymnasticsWrestlingSwimmingTennisShootingBoxingArcheryWinter SportsRobloxFree PicksSkateboardingKho KhoLifestyle LINKS About Us Write For Us Policies Editorial Standards Journalism Awards Fact Check Affiliate Program Careers CSR Privacy Policy Contact Us Edition: English हिन्दी