Rafael Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz have kept their Olympic dreams alive, advancing to the men’s doubles quarter-finals at Roland Garros. The Spanish duo, known as “Nadalcaraz,” secured a thrilling victory over the Dutch team of Tallon Griekspoor and Wesley Koolhof, winning 6-4, 6-7 (2/7), 10-2 in sweltering conditions.

Nadal and Alcaraz, representing Spain, showcased their tenacity and skill in their second-round match, held under intense heat. The Spanish team faced off against Griekspoor and Koolhof, battling through two hours and 22 minutes of high-pressure tennis. The crowd on Court Suzanne Lenglen passionately supported Nadal and Alcaraz, with chants of “Let’s go Rafa, let’s go” echoing throughout the venue.

Despite Nadal’s recent exit from the singles competition at the hands of Novak Djokovic, the 38-year-old tennis legend partnered with the 21-year-old Alcaraz to deliver a strong performance. The pair initially took the first set 6-4, with Alcaraz delivering a decisive cross-court forehand winner to secure the break in the seventh game.

The second set proved more challenging, with both teams having opportunities to break serve. The Dutch team prevailed in a tight tie-break to level the match. However, Nadal and Alcaraz turned the tide in the match tie-break, racing to a 5-0 lead and ultimately winning 10-2.

The Spanish team’s next challenge will be against the American duo of Austin Krajicek and Rajeev Ram, who are the fourth seeds in the tournament. Nadal, who has struggled with injuries this season, is seeking his third Olympic title, having previously won gold in singles in 2008 and in doubles in 2016.

This victory keeps alive Nadal and Alcaraz’s quest for Olympic glory, demonstrating their resilience and skill on the court. The duo’s performance has reignited hopes of adding another prestigious title to their illustrious careers.

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