Carlos Alcaraz has debuted a fresh hairstyle with a striking change in hair color shortly after securing another US Open championship in New York, reclaiming the top spot in the rankings.
Following his victory over Jannik Sinner at Flushing Meadows to clinch his second Grand Slam title of the year and sixth overall, the Spanish tennis player, who had sported a buzzcut during his American campaign, decided to switch up his look upon returning to his hometown of Murcia, Spain. His long-time barber Victor transformed his hair to a platinum hue, a transformation that Alcaraz proudly shared on social media.
During the US Open, Alcaraz had hinted at an upcoming alteration to his hairstyle when asked about his celebration plans, teasing a surprise for fans. The 22-year-old’s hair had been a hot topic throughout the tournament, with Alcaraz revealing that his brother Alvaro had attempted to rectify a haircut mishap using clippers.
Despite the hair drama, Alcaraz’s performance in New York was stellar, culminating in his triumph over Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals and a successful final match against Jannik Sinner. Reflecting on his form during the tournament, Alcaraz expressed satisfaction with his focus and serving performance, highlighting his consistency and strong play throughout the event.
With his latest victory, Alcaraz and Sinner have now evenly split the last eight Grand Slam titles since the beginning of 2024, each claiming four wins. The duo has also faced off in three of the four finals held this season, with Alcaraz humorously noting the frequency of their encounters on the court.
As anticipation builds for the Ryder Cup showdown between Europe and the USA in New York, the tennis world celebrates its legends, with Alcaraz emerging as a prominent figure in the sport’s current landscape.
