Breaking: Carlos Alcaraz says Novak Djokovic is the goat, but he is not the….

Breaking: Carlos Alcaraz Says Novak Djokovic Is the GOAT, But “He’s Not the Only One Who Changed Tennis”

In a candid interview that has stirred conversations across the tennis world, Spanish tennis prodigy Carlos Alcaraz praised Novak Djokovic as the greatest of all time (GOAT), but with an important caveat: “He is the GOAT, but he’s not the only one who changed the game.”

Alcaraz, just 22 and already a Grand Slam champion, showed immense respect for Djokovic’s historic achievements—24 Grand Slam titles, a record number of Masters 1000s, and unmatched weeks at World No. 1. “You cannot deny what Novak has done. His numbers are crazy,” Alcaraz said. “He has dominated all surfaces and all generations.”

However, Alcaraz emphasized that greatness is more than just statistics. “Tennis wouldn’t be what it is today without Federer’s elegance or Nadal’s fighting spirit,” he said. “They all brought something different—Roger made it art, Rafa made it war, and Novak brought science and perfection.”

The comments come amid an ongoing debate about who truly deserves the GOAT title—Roger Federer with his flair and early dominance, Rafael Nadal with his clay-court legacy and warrior mentality, or Djokovic with his unmatched records and versatility.

Alcaraz, who has faced all three legends in various capacities, added: “For me, Novak is the GOAT when you look at titles and consistency. But to say he alone changed the sport would not be fair. We are lucky to have had all three. They made me want to play this sport.”

His mature take is gaining attention not only for its honesty but also for its balance. Alcaraz, widely seen as the heir to the Big Three’s legacy, is forging his own path with a blend of power, agility, and charisma that recalls all three legends.

Fans and analysts have lauded his statement as a refreshing reminder that tennis is shaped not by a single icon, but by the collective brilliance of its champions. As Alcaraz continues to rise, perhaps he too will one day join that elite GOAT conversation.

For now, his message is clear: Djokovic may be the greatest, but tennis history is a tapestry woven by many greats—not just one.