Wimbledon Pays Tribute To Diogo Jota After Liverpool Star's Death
Cabral said he was driving to Wimbledon when he heard the news and praised Jota as "an idol, such an icon, such a good person".
"I know what he's been through, what he conquered through his career and through his life. So he's just very inspiring for me," he said after losing with Austrian partner Lucas Miedler against Czech duo Petr Nouza and Patrik Rikl.
"I just wish all the best for his family. I know they have good people around them so I hope they can get through it."
British doubles player Neal Skupski, a passionate Liverpool fan, had also brought a black armband for his match on Thursday but opted not to wear it.
He suggested he may wear one later in the tournament, saying: "Maybe in the next couple of days."
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