Carlos Alcaraz is following in the footsteps of his longtime idol and fellow countryman Rafael Nadal, literally and figuratively. Alcaraz, who defeated Jannik Sinner in a thrilling, comeback victory from two sets down in the men's French Open final on Sunday,

Carlos Alcaraz fought back from two sets down to beat Jannik Sinner in an unforgettable French Open final, with Rafael Nadal among those to pay tribute to the pair

Rafael Nadal was among the big names to congratulate Carlos Alcaraz on his incredible French Open victory. Nadal, who won a staggering 14 titles at Roland-Garros and is still known as the King of Clay, was joined by a host of other tennis stars who waxed lyrical about Sunday's mind-blowing match.