Carlos Alcaraz shows off special good luck message from Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi as tennis star wins first French Open

Shortly after the 2024 men's singles French Open final got underway, it emerged on X, formerly Twitter, that Argentine icon Messi had sent a classy gift to the 21-year-old. The Spaniard was seen holding up a framed, and signed, Inter Miami shirt from the veteran on Sunday afternoon - something the tennis ace appeared to be thrilled about.

Alcaraz won his third grand slam at the age of 21, becoming the youngest man to win majors on all three surfaces (hard court, grass, and clay). Such is his star power, sportsmen from across the world are praising his talent - such as Al-Hilal's Neymar.

This is not the first time Messi has sent gifts to a tennis player. In December, he sent Rafael Nadal some signed Argentinian memorabilia one year on from their 2022 World Cup triumph in Qatar. This came after Nadal backed him to win the Laureus Sportsman of the Year award.

While Alcaraz will enjoy a well-earned break after his first French Open win, Messi is preparing to represent his country at this summer's Copa America. His side face Canada, Chile, and Peru in the group stages of that competition.