Highlights from the Netflix Slam, Nadal Vs Alcaraz: In an epic showdown between a legend and a rising star in Las Vegas, Carlos Alcaraz triumphs over Rafael Nadal.
In the inaugural Netflix Slam, Carlos Alcaraz, the world’s No. 2, emerged victorious against the 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal in a thrilling encounter in Las Vegas, marking a spectacular beginning to the Netflix Slam concept.
Nadal Vs Alcaraz Score
This epic battle, described as a clash between a ‘legend and a prodigy,’ saw Alcaraz overcome Nadal with scores of 3-6, 6-4, [14-12]. Nadal, returning to the court for the first time since sustaining a hip injury at the Brisbane International in January, started strong by claiming the first set in just 38 minutes.
Alcaraz, recovering from a recent injury at the Rio Open, bounced back impressively to take the lead in the second set, despite Nadal’s efforts to break back. The two-time Grand Slam champion Alcaraz then managed to break Nadal’s serve again, pushing the match to a final set. The climax came with a gripping 26-point tiebreaker, where Alcaraz ultimately secured his win, clinching the title at the first-ever Netflix Slam.