In professional wrestling phrases, Carlos Alcaraz turned heel Friday in seconds. The defending Wimbledon champion basked within the cheers at Centre Court docket after clinching a berth in Sunday’s last, solely to show round and take a delicate jab on the English crowd.
“It may be a extremely good day for Spanish folks,” Alcaraz stated, referencing the Spain versus England Euro 2024 last, which can be scheduled for Sunday.
Because the boos grew louder, Alcaraz clarified that he technically by no means predicted that the English would lose the Euro last.
“I did not say Spain goes to win, I am simply saying it will be a extremely enjoyable day,” he stated.