Carlos Alcaraz, the 22-year-old Spanish tennis prodigy and four-time Grand Slam champion, has once again proven his star power extends far beyond the court. In a stunning new photoshoot for the Financial Times’ luxury lifestyle magazine, *How To Spend It* (HTSI), Alcaraz commands attention as the cover star, exuding sophistication in a series of striking looks. Titled “Carlos Alcaraz Is Holding Court,” the feature, photographed by Dan Martensen and styled by Isabelle Kountour, showcases the world No. 2 in a blend of elegant and bold ensembles, from a commanding autumn overcoat to a sleek black suit and tie. The photoshoot, released on July 31, 2025, captures Alcaraz’s charisma and versatility, cementing his status as a global icon in both sport and style.
The cover image sets the tone, with Alcaraz front and center in a voluminous overcoat, his piercing gaze and poised demeanor reflecting the confidence that has defined his meteoric rise. “It’s always a bad feeling, losing matches,” Alcaraz recently said after his Wimbledon final loss to Jannik Sinner, “but I just want to keep the good moments and try to forget the bad moments.” This resilience shines through in the photoshoot, where he channels a mature elegance, a far cry from the scrappy teenager who burst onto the scene in 2018. A black-and-white portrait, featuring Alcaraz in a tailored suit, evokes timeless sophistication, while nostalgic images of his younger self on the tennis court highlight his journey from Murcia to global stardom. Fans on social media platforms have raved about the shoot, with one calling it “classy and elegant,” noting, “Finally, a photoshoot with nice hair!”
Alcaraz’s fashion credentials are nothing new. At 19, he became the face of Calvin Klein’s “Calvins or Nothing” campaign, sparking a frenzy with his bold underwear shots. He’s also graced the covers of *Vogue*, *L’Equipe*, and *Men’s Health Spain*, where, at 18, he became the youngest cover star in the magazine’s history. “I don’t feel anyone’s replacement,” he told *Men’s Health* in 2022, rejecting comparisons to Rafael Nadal and insisting on carving his own path. “I want those who know me to continue calling me Carlitos because that’s how they have always called me.” This authenticity resonates in the HTSI spread, where his boyish charm meets high fashion, blending vulnerability with strength.
The timing of the photoshoot aligns with a pivotal moment in Alcaraz’s career. After defending his French Open title in June 2025, overcoming a two-set deficit against Sinner in a historic five-hour, 29-minute final, he fell short at Wimbledon, losing to Sinner in four sets. Opting to skip the Canada Masters to manage injuries, Alcaraz is now gearing up for the US Open, where he’ll compete in the mixed doubles event alongside Emma Raducanu, a pairing that has fans buzzing with “Alcaranu” fever. Off the court, his upcoming Netflix documentary, *Carlos Alcaraz: My Way*, set for release on April 24, 2025, promises an intimate look at his life, as he shared: “People are going to see everything that happens beyond the tennis court. I think it’s something truly different.”
With endorsements from Rolex, Nike, Calvin Klein, and Louis Vuitton, Alcaraz’s net worth is estimated at £30 million, a testament to his marketability. His tattoos—a tribute to his grandfather’s mantra “Head, Heart, B****” on his wrist and “11.09.22” on his elbow for his 2022 US Open win—add a personal touch to his polished image. Social media reactions to the HTSI shoot have been electric, with fans praising his “pretty eyes” and “dapper” style, though some playfully noted his “super long thumbs” as a quirky asset. As Alcaraz continues to dominate tennis and fashion, this photoshoot marks another milestone, proving that whether on clay, grass, or the pages of a luxury magazine, Carlitos is indeed holding court.
Carlos Alcaraz for Financial Times’ HTSI pic.twitter.com/FDMmZl9kkV
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) July 30, 2025
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