- Carlos Alcaraz is a Spanish Tennis player who began his professional career at the age of 15
- The 22-year-old’s father was a former tennis player turned Academy Director for tennis
- At the age of 17, Carloz Alcaraz won his first Grand Slam Title under the tutelage of Former Spain’s No. 1, Carlos Ferrero
Carlos Alcaraz is a Spanish professional tennis player who made his professional debut in 2018. In just his few years of playing tennis professionally, the 22-year-old has already made his way to the No. 4 position in ATP singles.
His father was a one-time tennis player whose career prompted Carlos’ interest in the sport. In addition to being influenced by his father, the tennis player is also opportune to be coached by Spanish former No. 1, Juan Carlos Ferrero Donat. With this, he went on to win the Grand Slam Title at the age of 17.
The Bio of the 22-Year-Old Tennis Player
Carloz Alcaraz Garfia was born to Carlos Alcaraz Gonzalez and Virginia Garfia on May 5, 2003 in El Palmar, Murcia, Spain. He was raised alongside 3 siblings named Alvaro, Sergio, and Jaime. Alvaro is the oldest of the four with Carlos, fondly called Carlito, coming in second place and Sergio and Jaime following.
He began to play tennis at the tender age of 4, and 15 years later, he has risen through so many titles and tournaments. At the age of 15, the Spaniard turned pro and a year later, he made his ATP main draw debut.
When the 22-year-old turned 17, he had improved greatly and was the youngest participant in the men’s single of the Australian open. This title he carried on to win at the Madrid Open as well as Rio and Miami Open.
Carlos Alcaraz’s Father was a Tennis Academy Director
Carlos’ father, Carlos Gonzalez, used to play tennis as well and was even part of the top 40 players in Spain. It was his career success, though brief, that rubbed off on his son to become who he currently is in the world of tennis.
The career that was evident in the 1990s saw Gonzalez transition to a bigger role. He became the academy director at ‘Real Sociedad Club de Campo de Murcia’. The Grand Slam Champion even attended the academy.
Enthralling Facts about Carlos Alcaraz
1. Carloz Alcaraz was Trained by Spain’s Former No. 1
Juan Carlos Ferrero was a one-time tennis player whose unique playing style earned him the No. 1 position in tennis on September 8, 2003. He began his coaching career in July 2017 and has even worked with the likes of Alexander Zverev.
A year into coaching, Ferrero began to coach Carlos who joined his academy ‘Equelite JC Ferrero Sports Academy’. Since they started working together, they have both grown fond of each other, sports aside. Carlos never tires to thank his coach for his wins and titles.
2. Carlos Alcaraz Reportedly Dating a Fellow Tennis Star
Rumor making rounds is that Carlos Garfia is dating Maria Gonzalez Gimenez. The lady is said to also be a tennis player as well, though not as famous as her supposed boyfriend. Maria hails from Murcia, Spain, and is said to be 22 years old as of 2022.
Neither tennis players have opened up about their relationship nor is there evidence of their romance on their social media.
3. He is Named One of the Next Generation of Tennis Stars
Carlos Alcarza Garfia, alongside Frances Tiafoe and Coco Gauff, has been named one of the fast-rising tennis stars. The Trio, with other young tennis players, seem to have all it takes to take over the racquet from the likes of Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and the Williams sisters.
4. Carlos Alcarza has a Career Earning of over $6 Million
Carlito, in the past 4 years of professional tennis playing, has won $6,361,050 in Prize money.
In addition to this, Carlos also has endorsements with brands like Nike (Clothing and shoes), and Babolat (racquets). He is a brand ambassador for Rolex as well.
5. The Spaniard Stunned the World with One of the Greatest Shots Ever
ICYMI: Alcaraz did this ? pic.twitter.com/bNht5RfZx7
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 8, 2022
During Alcarza’s game against Jannik Sinner at the US Open Finish, the former impressed the fans and audience more than he ever has. The game which was an intense marathon saw both tennis players battle through the night.
With many back-and-forths, Alcarza stunned viewers who stayed up all through the night, with a surprising behind-the-back shot and eventually clinched the win of the day.
With his impressive performance, the sky seems to be the starting point for Carlos who hopes to get to the World’s No. 1 Position and earn more money.
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