Carlos Alcaraz Makes 58-Year Old History By Clinching Second US Open Title Against Jannik Sinner

Carlos Alcaraz becomes World No.1 for the first time since September 2023.

Carlos Alcaraz Makes 58-Year Old History By Clinching Second US Open Title Against Jannik Sinner

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Carlos Alcaraz will officially return to the top of the world ranking on Monday after securing his sixth Grand Slam title at the US Open. The Spaniard won his second title at Flushing Meadows and the second of the season. He is the second youngest man since Bjorn Borg in 1978 to win six Grand Slam titles.

Alcaraz, who had dropped no sets enroute to reaching the final, dropped just one set to Jannik Sinner, which was the second set in the final. However, the confidence he had was supremely high throughout the tournament as he capped off the most dominant summer of his career.

Alcaraz has reached every single final since losing early in the Miami Masters in April. Since then, he has collected two Grand Slam titles and three Masters 1000 titles. Out of those titles, he has wrapped up four wins against his rival, Sinner.

Sinner spent 65 weeks at the top of the world rankings since 10th June, 2024. However, he had to settle for a runner-up finish in New York this time around.

Who are Carlos Alcaraz’s parents?

Carlos Alcaraz was born on May 5, 2003, in El Palmar, Murcia, Spain, to Carlos Alcaraz González and Virginia Garfia Escandón. He grew up with three brothers: Álvaro, Sergio, and Jaime. From an early age, his parents played a key role in shaping his values and discipline, which have been just as important to his rise as his natural tennis ability. His family has often been present during major matches, with his mother notably celebrating his 2023 Wimbledon semifinal win.

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Carlos Alcaraz (image via Instagram/Carlos Alcaraz)

His father, Carlos Alcaraz Sr., once competed professionally, reaching a career-high ATP ranking of No. 963 in 1990. After retiring, he became the director of the Real Sociedad Club de Campo de Murcia, where young Carlos first picked up a racket. Over the years, Alcaraz Sr. has run the Carlos Alcaraz Tennis Academy, helping to guide his son’s development while also supporting other young players. Coaches who worked with Carlos Jr. as a child immediately recognized his extraordinary potential.

Alcaraz’s mother, Virginia Garfia, has chosen to stay mostly out of the spotlight despite her son’s fame. She has attended his biggest victories, including his US Open and French Open wins, as well as his Wimbledon triumphs. Originally from Sevilla, she married Alcaraz Sr. in her twenties, and together they raised their family in Murcia. Alcaraz has described her as more lenient than his father, often the one he turns to when seeking permission or support.

Even as a global tennis star, Alcaraz continues to live with his parents. He has joked about his mother’s cooking being one reason he enjoys staying at home. His close bond with his brothers also keeps him grounded, with Álvaro once reminding him not to let fame change who he is. Despite his rapid success, Alcaraz remains deeply connected to his family, crediting them for much of his balance and motivation both on and off the court.

Who are Jannik Sinner’s parents?

Jannik Sinner has often credited his parents, Johann and Siglinde, for giving him the freedom to choose his own path. That support helped him grow into one of the best players in tennis. He captured his first Grand Slam at the 2024 Australian Open after a stunning comeback against Daniil Medvedev. The win made him the first Italian man since Adriano Panatta in 1976 to lift a major title. A few months later, he climbed to world No. 1 and added more Slams, including the US Open and Wimbledon.

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Jannik Sinner (Image via X/Jannik Sinner HQ)

Sinner was born on August 16, 2001, in San Candido, a region in northern Italy’s South Tyrol. He grew up alongside his younger brother Marc in a family that worked in the ski lodge business. Both parents had ties to skiing—Siglinde later became a ski instructor, while Johann also worked as a lumberjack. Jannik himself was a gifted skier and won junior competitions, but his parents never pressured him to pursue it. Instead, they encouraged him to explore different sports, including tennis and football.

Their decision proved vital as Sinner’s love for tennis grew. By 2025, he had claimed multiple majors, including back-to-back Australian Open titles and a Wimbledon crown. His coach Darren Cahill once told him that no one was prouder than his parents, a remark that left a deep impression on him. For Sinner, their belief and lack of pressure were just as important as his natural talent.

Johann and Siglinde do not travel regularly but have attended some of his biggest triumphs. They were present for his ATP Finals win in Turin in 2024 and at Wimbledon in 2025 when he defeated Carlos Alcaraz. With more finals ahead, they are likely to be seen celebrating in the stands again, proud of the journey their son has taken.