Carlos Alcaraz

Alcaraz and Juan Carlos Ferrero ended their collaboration after seven years and six Grand Slam titles. The separation surprised the tennis world; reports referred to contractual disagreements and differences over the organisation of the sporting project.

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A few days before the end of the 2026 US Open, Alcaraz withdrew from the group of leading players demanding, among other things, a 22% share of Grand Slam revenue by 2030, greater social protection and formal player representation. His withdrawal was described as a symbolic setback for the movement.

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Alcaraz repeatedly condemned the density of the schedule and the physical demands placed on players while also participating in highly lucrative exhibition events. This combination prompted criticism accusing him of inconsistency on the issue of excessive workloads.

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Alcaraz participated in the Six Kings Slam in Saudi Arabia, an exhibition offering exceptionally high prize money. The event forms part of Saudi Arabia's expansion into global sport and was criticised as a potential sportswashing tool in light of the kingdom's human rights record.

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During his defeat to Gaël Monfils at the Cincinnati Masters 1000, Alcaraz repeatedly struck his racket against the court until it broke, an unusual gesture for him which attracted considerable media attention.

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