Carlos Alcaraz’s New Haircut Blamed on Brother at US Open
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Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz has turned heads not just with his gameplay but also with his latest buzzcut, which he debuted at the US Open ahead of his first-round match on Monday, August 25. The world No. 2 player revealed that his brother was responsible for the drastic haircut, which has divided opinions among fellow players, with Frances Tiafoe even going as far as labelling it as “horrendous”.
In a post-match interview following his victory against Reilly Opelka, Alcaraz, 22, candidly shared, “My brother misunderstood with the machine he cut it,” explaining the origin of his bold new look. He further admitted, “And the only way to fix it is to shave it off.” Despite initially downplaying the outcome by stating, “To be honest, it’s not that good,” he quickly retracted, saying, “It’s not that bad, I guess.”
The buzz surrounding Alcaraz’s haircut continued as Frances Tiafoe, 27, didn’t hold back in expressing his disapproval. “I mean, it’s definitely terrible,” Tiafoe remarked to reporters. “He’s my guy though. It’s funny. I looked at him and I was like, I guess you’re aerodynamic.” The American tennis star didn’t mince his words, adding, “Yeah, I don’t know who told him that it’s good. I don’t know who told him to do that, but it’s terrible.”
This is not the first time that Alcaraz has opted for a dramatic change in appearance before a significant tournament. In May, he made headlines at the French Open by surprising fans with a new haircut that also involved shaving off his trademark beard. Addressing the media, he explained, “I had to do something about it. Probably people aren’t used to seeing me getting a haircut between the matches. I think that’s why people were a bit surprised. But I think that’s something normal.”
While Alcaraz flew in his personal barber for the haircut in Paris during the French Open, he jokingly remarked that New York was “too far” for the same treatment this time around at the US Open. The tennis star seemed nonchalant about his haircut, stating, “I’m not really into the hair at all,” and adopting a pragmatic view that “hair grows,” and in a few days, everything will be back to normal.
As Alcaraz continues to make waves in the world of tennis with his skills on the court, his off-court antics, such as his latest haircut, only add to his charm and appeal. With the US Open underway, fans and fellow players eagerly anticipate not just his performance in the tournament but also what other surprises he might have in store. It’s evident that Alcaraz’s unique personality shines through both on and off the tennis courts, making him a player to watch and a fan favorite in the tennis world.
In conclusion, Carlos Alcaraz’s playful banter about his haircut debacle adds a lighthearted touch to the intense competition at the US Open. The camaraderie and friendly jabs exchanged between players like Alcaraz and Tiafoe showcase the sportsmanship and bond shared within the tennis community. As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Alcaraz not just for his gameplay but also for any further style statements he might make, keeping fans and fellow players alike on their toes.