Carlos Alcaraz Garfia (born May 5, 2003) is a Spanish professional tennis player who has established himself as one of the most significant figures in the modern era of the sport. Born in El Palmar, Murcia, Spain, Alcaraz has rapidly ascended to the pinnacle of men’s tennis, characterized by his exceptional speed, powerful groundstrokes, and a versatile, aggressive playing style that includes a signature drop shot. He is widely recognized for becoming the youngest male player in history to complete a career Grand Slam, a milestone he achieved by winning the Australian Open in early 2026 at the age of 22. The son of Carlos Alcaraz González, a former professional tennis player who later became a coach, and Virginia Garfia Escandón, Alcaraz grew up in a tennis-oriented environment. He began playing the sport at the age of four at the Real Sociedad Club de Campo de Murcia, where his father served as the director of the tennis academy. Alcaraz is the second of four sons; his siblings are Álvaro, Sergio, and Jaime. Recognizing his early potential, his family supported his development, and at age 15, he moved to Villena, Spain, to join the JC Ferrero Equelite Academy. There, he began a long-term professional partnership with former world No. 1 and French Open champion Juan Carlos Ferrero, who has served as his primary coach throughout his rise to international stardom. Alcaraz turned professional in 2018 at the age of 14, initially competing on the ITF Futures and ATP Challenger circuits before making his ATP Tour main draw debut at the 2020 Rio Open. His breakthrough year occurred in 2022, when he secured his first Grand Slam title at the US Open. By winning that event, he became the youngest male player in history to reach the world No. 1 ranking, aged 19 years and 4 months, and concluded the season as the youngest year-end No. 1 in ATP history. Throughout his career, Alcaraz has demonstrated remarkable success across all playing surfaces. His Grand Slam tally as of March 2026 stands at seven titles: the US Open (2022, 2025), Wimbledon (2023, 2024), the French Open (2024, 2025), and the Australian Open (2026). His victory at the 2026 Australian Open cemented his place in history as the youngest male to complete the career Grand Slam, surpassing records held by legendary figures. In addition to his Grand Slam success, he has earned multiple ATP Masters 1000 titles and an Olympic silver medal, which he claimed at the 2024 Paris Games. Off the court, Alcaraz is known for his humility and strong family values. He maintains a close relationship with his parents and brothers, who often travel to tournaments to support him. While his professional base was long associated with his training at the Equelite Academy in Villena, he maintains a high-profile, international schedule. As of 2026, he remains at the forefront of the ATP Tour, consistently competing for the world No. 1 ranking alongside rivals such as Jannik Sinner, signaling the transition into a new era of tennis following the dominance of the "Big Three." His legacy, even at a young age, is defined by his rapid progression, technical adaptability, and the intensity with which he competes.