Carlos Alcaraz: Facts About The US Open Champion

Carlos Alcaraz became youngest world No. 1 in men's Tennis history.

His full name is Carlos Alcaraz Garfia and is a Spannish professional tennis player.

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Alcaraz has won six ATP Tour singles titles, including the 2022 US Open and two Masters 1000 titles.

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Carlos is the first teenager to top the men's rankings.

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He was born on 5th May 2003 in El Palmar, Murcia, Spain to parents Carlos and Virginia.

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At the age of 16, he made his ATP main-draw debut in February 2020 at the Rio Open.

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At age of 17, he became youngest participant in the men's singles after qualifying for the main draw of the Australian Open.

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He is a brand ambassador for Rolex and sponsored by Babolat for racquets, and Nike for clothing and shoes

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