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Carlos Alcaraz

Carlos Alcaraz is a Spanish professional tennis player, currently the defending Wimbledon men’s singles champion. Known for his dynamic, aggressive baseliner style, powerful forehand, and exceptional athleticism, he became the youngest world No. 1 in ATP history. Alcaraz has secured five Grand Slam titles, including the US Open, French Open, and two Wimbledon championships, achieving a "Career Surface Slam" by winning majors on all three surfaces. He recently earned a silver medal at the Paris Olympics, further cementing his status as a top player with remarkable mental fortitude and an impressive winning streak.

Billie Jean King, the former world No 1 women’s player and champion for social justice and gender equality, is in Shenzhen for her namesake tournament. Photo: Getty Images

WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

Billie Jean King says tennis reform ‘a challenge’ as schedule sparks burnout concerns

Legend of the sport in Shenzhen for namesake tournament, joins former players Ilana Kloss and Conchita Martinez for panel discussion.

26 Sep 2026 - 5:30PM

Style Edit

Style Edit: Rolex’s timeless commitment to tennis shines at the US Open

18 Sep 2026 - 10:00AM

US Open (tennis)

Carlos Alcaraz says ‘I leave with a smile’ after epic US Open loss to Ben Shelton

9 Sep 2026 - 9:53PM

US Open (tennis)

Serena Williams, Carlos Alcaraz face tricky US Open mixed doubles first-round match

Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic also in the 16-team tournament that was overhauled last year to get top singles players to compete.

25 Aug 2026 - 3:29PM

Serena Williams is not planning to play in the singles tournament of the US Open in New York. Photo: AP

ATP

Tennis players’ group says arm injuries up over 100%, calls for shorter season

Big-name withdrawals from Canadian Open again shine spotlight on sport’s lengthy calendar and impact on players’ health.

11 Aug 2026 - 3:00PM

ATP

Canadian Open raises concerns over late pullouts after Sinner, Djokovic withdraw

Absence ⁠of top players from ATP 1000 events, especially at this stage of season, has become ⁠broader issue for tennis, says event’s director.

25 Jul 2026 - 4:36PM

Wimbledon

Alexander Zverev unfazed by potential Wimbledon lion’s den for Arthur Fery clash

No 2 seed set to be public enemy No 1 on Centre Court when he faces home favourite for right to meet Novak Djokovic or Jannik Sinner in final.

9 Jul 2026 - 2:00PM

Alexander Zverev, here savouring his quarter-final win over Taylor Fritz, is unfazed by the prospect of meeting home favourite Arthur Fery on Centre Court. Photo: Xinhua

Wimbledon

Sinner begins defence of Wimbledon title as Sabalenka seeks first major of 2026

Italian is clear favourite in Carlos Alcaraz’s absence but may be underprepared, while Belarusian says ‘things are clicking back’ again.

28 Jun 2026 - 10:00PM

Timepieces

Rolex celebrates 100 years of the Oyster, its first waterproof wristwatch

‘Oyster Story’ traces the history of the brand’s first waterproof wristwatch, from Mercedes Gleitze’s English Channel ‘vindication swim’ to modern horological marvels.

12 Jun 2026 - 1:17PM

Style Edit

Style Edit: Rolex powers tennis’ history-makers at the 125th French Open

The tournament at Roland-Garros features 3 of last year’s singles finalists: Rolex Testimonees Jannik Sinner and Coco Gauff, and Aryna Sabalenka.

26 May 2026 - 10:00AM

French Open

French Open: Sinner primed for career grand slam in absence of Alcaraz

Italian could become ninth man to complete set of all majors, emulating his great Spanish rival, who achieved feat at Australian Open.

19 May 2026 - 8:56PM

Jannik Sinner, who won the Italian Open last weekend by beating Casper Ruud, is on a record-breaking 34-match winning streak at Masters level. Photo: Xinhua

ATP

Reigning 2-time champion Carlos Alcaraz to miss French Open with wrist injury

World No 1 Jannik Sinner said he hoped the Spaniard would be back playing in time for the year’s third grand slam at Wimbledon.

25 Apr 2026 - 1:01PM

ATP

Carlos Alcaraz ready to ‘get socks dirty again’ with return to clay at Monte Carlo

The 22-year-old Spaniard hopes to play a full clay-court schedule before Roland Garros, where the ‌main draw begins on May 24.

7 Apr 2026 - 10:00AM

Aryna Sabalenka

Miami Open: Alcaraz out again; Zheng to face Sabalenka, explains ‘2-coach’ deal

Spaniard is knocked out early for second year running, while China’s No 1 wins first match against top 20 player since elbow surgery.

23 Mar 2026 - 10:21PM

Carlos Alcaraz scrambles to get the ball back during his shock Miami Open defeat by Sebastian Korda. Photo: EPA

ATP

Coleman Wong stays cool in face of outburst to reach last 8 of Challenger event

Hongkonger ignores Bosnian Damir Dzumhur’s tirade to again come back from a set down at Copa Cap Cana tournament in Dominican Republic.

13 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM

Coleman Wong’s win over world No 64 Dzumhur was his second from one set down in two days after he beat Argentine Roman Andres Burruchaga, the world No 98, on Monday. Photo: Eugene Lee

Yu Zidi

China teen sensation Yu becomes youngest ever to receive Laureus nomination

Yu Zidi up for Breakthrough of the Year Award, while Hong Kong charity Rugby for Good also gets a nod in Sport for Good category.

4 Mar 2026 - 12:39AM

ATP

Coleman Wong poised for career high despite narrow defeat at Delray Beach Open

The 21-year-old lost in three sets in the quarter-final in the US, with his next tournament set to be an ATP 500 event in Mexico.

21 Feb 2026 - 3:19PM

Australian Open

Alcaraz beats Djokovic in Australian Open final, completes career grand slam

Carlos Alcaraz wins in four sets in Melbourne to add year’s first major to his stellar collection. Novak Djokovic still chasing record 25th title.

1 Feb 2026 - 8:54PM

Australian Open

Djokovic, Alcaraz have tennis history in their sights in Australian Open final

One is aiming for record of most majors and oldest man to win one, while the other is aiming to be youngest man to complete career Grand Slam.

1 Feb 2026 - 8:00AM

Australian Open

Djokovic rolls back years to down Sinner in five-set epic, Alcaraz next in final

Novak Djokovic is one win away from a record 25th grand slam title after stunning reigning Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner.

30 Jan 2026 - 11:09PM

Australian Open

Carlos Alcaraz fends off Alexander Zverev in epic Australian Open semi-final match

The Spaniard will next face either two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner or 10-time Australian Open finalist Novak Djokovic.

30 Jan 2026 - 5:59PM

Australian Open

Novak Djokovic faces tough test in Jannik Sinner in Australian Open semi-final

Carlos Alcaraz plays Alexander Zverev in the other semi-final, with the Spaniard aiming to be the youngest man to complete a career grand slam.

30 Jan 2026 - 7:00AM

Australian Open

Australian Open: Alcaraz sweeps into first Melbourne semi, Gauff out in 59 minutes

Top-seed to face last year’s runner-up Zverev, while Gauff is upset after being filmed smashing racquet; China’s Zhang into doubles last 8.

27 Jan 2026 - 9:29PM

Australian Open

Australian Open: Alcaraz, Djokovic into last 8 as Sabalenka faces hot prospect

Top seed Spaniard was in ominous touch and Serb legend gets a walkover as both Hong Kong Open champions finally bow out and on same day.

25 Jan 2026 - 7:59PM

Australian Open

Australian Open: Hong Kong champs Mboko, Bublik make history; Alcaraz, Gauff win

Latest winners in city get to fourth round while men’s top seed steps up bid for maiden Melbourne title with win in 100th grand slam match.

24 Jan 2026 - 3:55AM

Kazakhstan’s Alexander Bublik celebrates after winning his third-round match against Argentina’s Tomas Martin Etcheverry in straight sets. Photo: Reuters

Australian Open

Australian Open: Sabalenka beats Chinese qualifier, Alcaraz wins, Bublik in form

Belarusian’s win over world No 702 Bai Zhuoxuan pits her next against Anastasia Potapova, who knocked out 2021 US Open champion Emma Raducanu.

21 Jan 2026 - 8:30PM

Belarus’ Aryna Sabalenka (right) shakes hands with China’s Bai Zhuoxuan after winning their second-round match. Photo: Reuters

Australian Open

Australian Open: no Venus fairy tale as Alcaraz, Sabalenka win opening matches

Hong Kong Open champion Alexander Bublik also advances, as does Chinese qualifier Bai Zhuoxuan, though compatriot Zhang Zhizhen is out.

18 Jan 2026 - 10:09PM

Australian Open

Jay Chou out early at ‘One Point Slam’ as amateur stuns Sinner on way to winning

Mandarin pop idol among celebrity wild cards in 48-strong field for Australian Open warm-up event that also starred the top professionals.

15 Jan 2026 - 8:44AM

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