Carlos Alcaraz's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Carlos Alcaraz.

Carlos Alcaraz Garfia is a highly accomplished Spanish professional tennis player. He holds the world No. 1 ranking in men's singles, a position he notably secured as the year-end No. 1 in 2022. Alcaraz boasts an impressive record with 24 ATP Tour singles titles. His major achievements include securing six grand slam titles, winning twice at the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open, showcasing his dominance across different court surfaces.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles

1973: Carlos Alcaraz became the 20th teenager to break into the top-10 since rankings were established in 1973

In April 2022, Carlos Alcaraz became the 20th teenager to break into the top-10 since rankings were established in 1973

1990: Youngest US Open champion since Pete Sampras in 1990

Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest US Open champion since Pete Sampras in 1990.

2002: First player born before 2002 to win an ATP Tour match

In February 2020, Carlos Alcaraz became the first player born before 2002 to win an ATP Tour match

2003: First player born in 2003 to reach a Challenger title match.

Carlos Alcaraz was the first player born in 2003 to reach a Challenger title match.

2003: First Person Born in 2003 to Win a Match at a Major

In 2021 at the Australian Open, Carlos Alcaraz became the first person born in 2003 to win a match at a major tournament.

2003: First player born in 2003 to win an ATP Tour match

In February 2020, Carlos Alcaraz became the first player born in 2003 to win an ATP Tour match

2004: Youngest Match Winner Record

In May 2021, Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest match winner in Madrid Open history, breaking Rafael Nadal's record from 2004.

2004: Youngest player to win a match against a world No. 1 since Nadal in 2004

In May 2022, Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest player to win a match against a world No. 1 since Nadal in 2004

April 2005: Youngest Since Nadal to break into Top 10

On 25 April 2022, Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest to enter top 10 in ATP ranking since Rafael Nadal in April 2005.

2005: Youngest men's major champion since Nadal at the 2005 French Open

Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest men's major champion since Nadal at the 2005 French Open

2005: Youngest Man to Qualify since Djokovic

In 2021, Carlos Alcaraz was the youngest man to qualify for the Australian Open since Novak Djokovic in 2005.

2005: Youngest Male Player to Enter Top 5 Since Nadal

On July 25, Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest male player to enter the top 5 in ATP ranking since Nadal in 2005.

April 2019: Challenger Debut and Victory Against Jannik Sinner

In April 2019, at 15 years old, Carlos Alcaraz made his Challenger debut at the JC Ferrero Challenger in Villena and won his first round match against Jannik Sinner. He became the first player born in 2003 to win a Challenger match.

February 2020: ATP Main-Draw Debut at Rio Open

In February 2020, at the age of 16, Carlos Alcaraz made his ATP main-draw debut at the Rio Open after receiving a wild card. He won his first match against Albert Ramos Viñolas, becoming the first player born in 2003 to win an ATP Tour match.

May 2021: Breaks into Top 100

In May 2021, Carlos Alcaraz broke into the top 100 of the ATP rankings.

May 2021: Madrid Open Wildcard and First Match Win

In May 2021, Carlos Alcaraz was granted a wildcard at the Madrid Open. He defeated Adrian Mannarino in the first round, becoming the youngest match winner in the tournament's history. He entered the top 100 on May 24, 2021.

April 2022: Enters Top 10 After Barcelona Open

On 25 April 2022, Carlos Alcaraz entered the world top 10 for the first time after defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas at the Barcelona Open. He then won the title, and became the 20th teenager to break into the top-10 since rankings were established in 1973.

May 2022: Madrid Open Champion and Career-High Ranking

In May 2022, Carlos Alcaraz won the Madrid Open, defeating Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Alexander Zverev. He became the youngest champion in the tournament's history and reached a career-high ranking of world No. 6 on May 9, 2022.

2022: Ending Season Early Due to Injury

In 2022, Carlos Alcaraz ended his season early due to an abdominal tear, forcing him to withdraw from the ATP Finals and the Davis Cup Finals. He ended the year as the youngest world No. 1 in the ATP era.

2022: Year-End No. 1 Ranking

In 2022, Carlos Alcaraz finished the year as the world No. 1 in men's singles by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP).

2022: Alcaraz featured on Time 100 Next list

In 2022, Carlos Alcaraz was featured on the Time 100 Next list.

2022: First Major Title at US Open and World No. 1 Ranking

In 2022, Carlos Alcaraz won his first major title at the US Open. He became the youngest man and the first male teenager in the Open Era to reach the world No. 1 singles ranking. He was named the Laureus World Breakthrough of the Year.

2022: Juan Carlos Ferrero wins ATP Coach of the Year Award

In 2022, Juan Carlos Ferrero won the ATP Coach of the Year Award, highlighting his successful partnership with Carlos Alcaraz.

March 2023: Regaining World No. 1 Ranking

On March 20, 2023, Carlos Alcaraz regained the world No. 1 ranking after winning the Indian Wells tournament without dropping a set.

2023: Wimbledon and Cincinnati Finals against Djokovic

In 2023, Alcaraz defeated Djokovic in the Wimbledon final. One month later, Djokovic prevailed in the Cincinnati Open final after saving a championship point in a tightly contested three-set match.

2023: Wimbledon Title

In 2023, Carlos Alcaraz claimed his second major title at Wimbledon, defeating Novak Djokovic in the final.

2023: Rematch of Wimbledon Final

In July 2024, Alcaraz defended his Wimbledon title by defeating Novak Djokovic in a rematch of their 2023 final.

2024: Longest Time on Court in Major History

Carlos Alcaraz spent the longest time on court in major history at 23 hours and 39 minutes, until Medvedev broke the record at the 2024 Australian Open.

2024: Paris Summer Olympics

In 2024, Alcaraz competed in both doubles (partnering Rafael Nadal) and singles at the Paris Summer Olympics. He reached the quarterfinals in doubles and won a silver medal in singles, losing to Djokovic in the final.

2024: China Open Victory and World No. 2 Ranking Reclaimed

In 2024, Alcaraz won the China Open, defeating Jannik Sinner in the final, snapping Sinner's 15-match win streak. He reclaimed the world No. 2 ranking and became the first player to win an ATP 500 title on every surface.

2024: French Open, Wimbledon, and Paris Olympics Silver Medal

In 2024, Carlos Alcaraz won the French Open and Wimbledon, followed by a silver medal at the Paris Olympics.

2024: Wimbledon and Olympics Finals against Djokovic

In the summer of 2024, Alcaraz defeated Djokovic in the Wimbledon final, but Djokovic defeated Alcaraz in the Olympics final. Sports historian Steve Flink called the Olympics final "the best two-set match I have ever seen".

August 2025: Alcaraz's earnings from endorsements

In August 2025, Sportico estimated that Carlos Alcaraz earned more money via endorsements than any other active tennis player. Forbes estimated that he was the highest-paid active tennis player for the second year running, combining endorsements and prize money.

2025: Rotterdam Open Title

In 2025, Alcaraz won his first title of the season and first indoor hardcourt title at the Rotterdam Open, defeating Alex de Minaur in the final.

2025: Fifth and Sixth Major Titles

In 2025, Carlos Alcaraz claimed his fifth and sixth major titles, defeating Jannik Sinner in the final of the French Open as well as the US Open.

2025: Australian and US Open matches against Djokovic

In 2025, Djokovic defeated Alcaraz in the Australian Open quarterfinals, but Alcaraz took revenge in the US Open semifinals, recording his first win over Djokovic on hardcourt.