Who is Carlos Alcaraz? Bio, Fun Facts, Info, and Much More
ATPThursday, 12 June 2025 at 20:10
Updated at Friday, 13 June 2025 at 13:02
Many consider Carlos Alcaraz's rise to global stardom among the most important developments in tennis during the last few decades because of the Spaniard's electrifying style.
He has already established himself as one of the most entertaining figures in the sport's history. His complete game, shot-making, and consistent smiles during matches endear him to fans worldwide. This article gives the most interesting facts about the ATP star.
Alcaraz was born on May 5th, 2003, in El Palmar, Murcia, Spain. He is 183 cm tall (6 ft 0 in) and weighs approximately 74 kg (163 lbs). At the moment, he resides in Villena, Spain.
When did Carlos Alcaraz start playing tennis?
Alcaraz's father was a tennis coach, and his son began playing at the age of 4 at the Real Sociedad Club de Campo de Murcia. He was discovered by Albert Molina, the former representative of David Ferrer and Nicolas Almagro, who introduced him to French Open champion and his future coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero.
Does Carlos Alcaraz have any siblings?
Alcaraz has an older brother named Alvaro and two younger brothers named Sergio and Jaime. The ATP star is very close with his family and has lamented how the intense tennis schedule prevents him from seeing them as much as he would like.
Jaime, Carlos' youngest brother, is a promising player. Although Jaime is still a young teenager, and Carlos does not want the media to put pressure on him, he admits his brother plays at a very high level for his age.
Who were Carlos Alcaraz's idols?
Growing up, Alcaraz idolized Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. Nadal's influence is not surprising since he is the most successful Spanish player ever and has inspired countless others from his country. Many think that Federer's influence can be seen in Alcaraz's technique and how complete and fluid his game is.
How many Grand Slams has Carlos Alcaraz won?
Alcaraz is a five-time Grand Slam winner. He won his maiden major title at age 19 at the 2022 US Open. That run to glory included an extraordinary five-set quarterfinal win with Jannik Sinner after saving a match point. It is widely considered one of the best matches in the tournament's history. In the final, Alcaraz sealed the title by beating Casper Ruud 6-4, 2-6, 7-6, 6-3.
His next major crown came at the 2023 Wimbledon Championships. That surprised many, since Alcaraz had minimal experience on grass. He overcame Novak Djokovic 1-6, 7-6, 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 in one of the greatest finals ever played at SW19.
Alcaraz's maiden Roland Garros title came almost a year later, in June 2024. Once again, he triumphed in five sets in the final, this time against Alexander Zverev. A few weeks later, the Spaniard defeated Djokovic again at Wimbledon to secure a fourth major.
The 2025 Roland Garros final that led to his fifth Grand Slam is a contender for the best match in tennis history. Sinner had three championship points at 5-3, 40-0, but Alcaraz saved them, held serve, and broke in the next game before winning the fourth set on a tiebreak. Alcaraz then failed to serve it out in the fifth set, but played an incredible tiebreak to win 4-6, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6, 7-6.
When did Carlos Alcaraz become world No. 1?
On September 12th, 2022, the day after he won his first Grand Slam title, Alcaraz became the world No. 1. He has been at the top for 36 weeks, last holding that position during the 2023 US Open. The multiple-time major champion hopes to overtake current No. 1 Sinner to retake the mantle.
How many titles has Carlos Alcaraz won?
Alcaraz is a 20-time ATP titlist. He secured his first title at the 2021 Croatia Open, beating French tennis legend Richard Gasquet in the final. Seven of the tournaments he has won are Masters 1000 events, comprising two Indian Wells Opens, two Madrid Opens, one Miami Open, one Monte-Carlo Masters, and one Italian Open.
Has Carlos Alcaraz represented his country?
At the 2024 Paris Olympics, Alcaraz came agonizingly close to winning Olympic gold for Spain. He was the favorite to defeat Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros, but the Serbian produced an incredible serving display to triumph 7-6, 7-6 and claim the gold medal that had eluded him throughout his career. A devastated Alcaraz was in tears during an on-court interview afterward.
He has also represented Spain in the Davis Cup, but the team is yet to get past the quarterfinals since he started playing. Alcaraz won his singles match in Rafael Nadal's farewell appearance in the 2024 quarterfinal against the Netherlands, but he then lost the doubles with Marcel Granollers to confirm the end of the 22-time Grand Slam champion's career.
What is Carlos Alcaraz's favorite shot?
Alcaraz's favorite shot is his forehand, which he can hit with incredible speed while also finding acute angles. However, the completeness of his game means several other shots could have been picked.
What is Carlos Alcaraz's favorite surface?
Alcaraz likes playing on clay the most, the surface that he grew up on. The French Open, the most significant clay-court tournament in the world, is Alcaraz's favorite event.
What awards has Carlos Alcaraz won?
The ATP star has already won several awards. Among the most notable are the 2020 ATP Newcomer of the Year, the 2022 Most Improved ATP Player, and the 2023 Laureus Sports Award for Breakthrough of the Year.
What are Carlos Alcaraz's hobbies?
Alcaraz enjoys playing and watching golf and football. He also likes listening to reggaeton music, and his favorite movie is Rocky Balboa.
What football team does Carlos Alcaraz support?
Alcaraz's favorite football team is Real Madrid. The iconic club has embraced this connection and congratulated him on his incredible 2025 Roland Garros success on social media.
What languages does Carlos Alcaraz speak?
The 2022 US Open winner speaks fluent Spanish and understands English very well. Although Alcaraz occasionally stumbles over some words, his English is more than good enough to communicate in interviews and press conferences.
What is Carlos Alcaraz's relationship with Jannik Sinner?
Most believe Alcaraz and Sinner's rivalry will be one of the best in tennis history, and some think it could even surpass all others in the sport. Despite that intense competition on the court, the two share a good relationship off the court. They are not friends, but have a respectful relationship, with both men making headlines for their classiness during the epic 2025 French Open final.
Does Carlos Alcaraz have a girlfriend?
Alcaraz has never officially had a girlfriend since the start of his career. Although he is looking for a relationship, the Olympic Silver Medalist has said he finds it difficult to date because of the need to consistently travel for tournaments.
What tattoos does Carlos Alcaraz have?
Alcaraz has tattoos to mark the first time he won each Grand Slam. He got the date of his US Open win tattooed, has a strawberry for the 2023 Wimbledon Championships, and the Eiffel Tower for the 2024 Roland Garros. His plan is to get a kangaroo if he secures the Australian Open title.
Is Carlos Alcaraz charitable?
In April 2024, Alcaraz founded the Carlos Alcaraz Garfia Foundation, which supports disadvantaged children. The foundation provided buses for volunteers during the devastating flash floods in Valencia in 2024.
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