In the midst of the 2025 French Open, where Carlos Alcaraz is fiercely defending his title, the tennis world has been buzzing not only about his powerful forehand but also about his bold new haircut. The 22-year-old Spaniard, known for his electrifying play and vibrant personality, debuted a sharp, closely cropped fade at Roland Garros, sparking a frenzy among fans and critics alike. While his on-court performance continues to dazzle, it’s his hairstyle—crafted by his longtime barber, Victor Martinez—that has ignited a firestorm of debate, with Martinez responding to the backlash with a confident, “Some people don’t like it; others, yes. He likes it. I like it, too. So it’s all good.”
Alcaraz, the world No. 2 and a four-time Grand Slam champion, is no stranger to the spotlight. His journey at the 2025 French Open began with a commanding 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 victory over Giulio Zeppieri, followed by a hard-fought 6-1, 4-6, 6-1, 6-2 win against Fabian Marozsan in the second round. But it was between these matches that Alcaraz decided to freshen up his look, flying Martinez from Murcia, Spain, to Paris for a mid-tournament trim. “He’s free. I’m lucky he could come here to Paris, watch a few of my matches,” Alcaraz said, explaining the impromptu decision. “I just told him he has to bring the materials to cut my hair that I needed. I think everyone saw my hair, my beard. I had to do something about it.”
The new hairstyle, described by Martinez as a “youthful, trendy, stylish fade,” features buzzed sides and a neatly trimmed top, a stark contrast to the longer, classic cuts favored by many tennis players. The look, which echoes Alcaraz’s 2022 US Open style, has divided fans. Some have praised its bold, modern vibe, with one supporter noting, “Faded Carlitos gonna be the greatest ever!” Others, however, have been less kind, with social media erupting in humorous jabs. “Carlos Alcaraz’s barber should be in jail,” one fan quipped, while another lamented, “Death, taxes, and Charlie’s barber committing mini crimes before every Slam.” Despite the criticism, Alcaraz remains unfazed, embracing the cut as part of his dynamic persona. “I think that’s something normal,” he said of the mid-tournament change, shrugging off the surprise it caused.
Martinez, who has been cutting Alcaraz’s hair for years, has become a local celebrity in El Palmar, Murcia, where his barbershop on Calle Mayor is a hub for fans requesting “Carlos’s cut.” The barber’s bond with Alcaraz goes beyond clippers, with Martinez describing the tennis star as a down-to-earth presence who chats about soccer and music with clients. “He’s not acting like a celebrity, just another person,” Martinez shared, highlighting Alcaraz’s humility. The barber’s decision to auction the clippers used for Alcaraz’s French Open cut, with a starting bid of €1,000, has only fueled the controversy, with fans debating the ethics of monetizing their connection. “The razor used for that disaster of a haircut? I’d pay a dollar,” one user scoffed.
On the court, Alcaraz’s focus remains razor-sharp. His victory over Marozsan showcased his clay-court prowess, with a 32-5 record in 2025 and titles in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, and Rome. As he eyes a second Roland Garros crown, Alcaraz’s new look seems to mirror his mindset: confident, unapologetic, and ready to silence doubters—both on and off the court.
# Carlos Alcaraz’s Bold Haircut Sparks Debate at French Open
In the midst of the 2025 French Open, where Carlos Alcaraz is fiercely defending his title, the tennis world has been buzzing not only about his powerful forehand but also about his bold new haircut. The 22-year-old Spaniard, known for his electrifying play and vibrant personality, debuted a sharp, closely cropped fade at Roland Garros, sparking a frenzy among fans and critics alike. While his on-court performance continues to dazzle, it’s his hairstyle—crafted by his longtime barber, Victor Martinez—that has ignited a firestorm of debate, with Martinez responding to the backlash with a confident, “Some people don’t like it; others, yes. He likes it. I like it, too. So it’s all good.”
Alcaraz, the world No. 2 and a four-time Grand Slam champion, is no stranger to the spotlight. His journey at the 2025 French Open began with a commanding 6-3, 6-4, 6-2 victory over Giulio Zeppieri, followed by a hard-fought 6-1, 4-6, 6-1, 6-2 win against Fabian Marozsan in the second round. But it was between these matches that Alcaraz decided to freshen up his look, flying Martinez from Murcia, Spain, to Paris for a mid-tournament trim. “He’s free. I’m lucky he could come here to Paris, watch a few of my matches,” Alcaraz said, explaining the impromptu decision. “I just told him he has to bring the materials to cut my hair that I needed. I think everyone saw my hair, my beard. I had to do something about it.”
The new hairstyle, described by Martinez as a “youthful, trendy, stylish fade,” features buzzed sides and a neatly trimmed top, a stark contrast to the longer, classic cuts favored by many tennis players. The look, which echoes Alcaraz’s 2022 US Open style, has divided fans. Some have praised its bold, modern vibe, with one supporter noting, “Faded Carlitos gonna be the greatest ever!” Others, however, have been less kind, with social media erupting in humorous jabs. “Carlos Alcaraz’s barber should be in jail,” one fan quipped, while another lamented, “Death, taxes, and Charlie’s barber committing mini crimes before every Slam.” Despite the criticism, Alcaraz remains unfazed, embracing the cut as part of his dynamic persona. “I think that’s something normal,” he said of the mid-tournament change, shrugging off the surprise it caused.
Martinez, who has been cutting Alcaraz’s hair for years, has become a local celebrity in El Palmar, Murcia, where his barbershop on Calle Mayor is a hub for fans requesting “Carlos’s cut.” The barber’s bond with Alcaraz goes beyond clippers, with Martinez describing the tennis star as a down-to-earth presence who chats about soccer and music with clients. “He’s not acting like a celebrity, just another person,” Martinez shared, highlighting Alcaraz’s humility. The barber’s decision to auction the clippers used for Alcaraz’s French Open cut, with a starting bid of €1,000, has only fueled the controversy, with fans debating the ethics of monetizing their connection. “The razor used for that disaster of a haircut? I’d pay a dollar,” one user scoffed.
On the court, Alcaraz’s focus remains razor-sharp. His victory over Marozsan showcased his clay-court prowess, with a 32-5 record in 2025 and titles in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, and Rome. As he eyes a second Roland Garros crown, Alcaraz’s new look seems to mirror his mindset: confident, unapologetic, and ready to silence doubters—both on and off the court.
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