Rafael Nadal has rushed to the defence of Carlos Alcaraz, claiming that a recent Netflix documentary which paints him as a party boy isn't a true reflection.

Nishikori drew the defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the first round at Roland Garros. However, the 35-year-old will not challenge the Spaniard after deciding to miss the clay Major.

Carlitos was also defended by his illustrious compatriot Rafael Nadal, who will receive a special tribute from the French Open organizers on Sunday at the end of the 'Day 1' matches. According to the latest rumors, Alcaraz is expected to be present at the ceremony along with Roger Federer and Nole Djokovic.

Carlos Alcaraz's childhood coach Carlos Santos believes the Spaniard is already a more complete player than his legendary compatriot Rafael Nadal. The 22-year-old is already regarded as one of the best players in the world currently playing in men’s tennis in the singles category.

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and world number one Jannik Sinner resume the hottest rivalry in men's tennis at the French Open, where Novak Djokovic will fly the flag for the old guard as the claycourt Grand Slam enters the post-Rafa Nadal era.

Alcaraz returned to action at the Rome Masters 1000 – the last huge event before Roland Garros – where he clinched his seventh career Masters 1000 after struggling in the early rounds. The 4-time Grand Slam champion has fully recovered from his injury and is ready to compete in Paris from Sunday 25 May.

At only 22, Carlos Alcaraz is the seven-time Masters 1000 champion! The Spaniard defeated Jannik Sinner in the Rome Masters final, lifting his second shield at the premium ATP level this spring.