'The world No.1!' - Real Madrid congratulate tennis ace Carlos Alcaraz on Japan Open final success

Carlos Alcaraz defeated American Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4 to win the Japan Open in Tokyo. With this victory, looks set to end the year as the world's No. 1 in the ATP rankings and becomes only the sixth player in history to win eight titles in a single season.

Madrid's congratulatory message read: "Congratulations on your first victory in the Tokyo Tournament, dear Carlos Alcaraz. We Real Madrid fans are delighted with another triumph for the world number 1."

Hailing from the region of Murcia, Carlos Alcaraz is a passionate Real Madrid fan. He has often been spotted attending their matches alongside key figures at the club. Many supporters draw parallels between Alcaraz and Madrid, believing he embodies the same flair and determination that have defined the club’s rise to the top.

Alcaraz will be hoping his beloved Madrid can bounce back from their defeat to rivals Atletico when they face Kairat Almaty in the Champions League.