What is Carlos Alcaraz's Net Worth?
Carlos Alcaraz, a Spanish professional tennis player, boasts a net worth of $20 million. He rose to global fame in August 2022 during the US Open final at just 19 years old. At that time, he was ranked world #2, with career earnings surpassing $6.3 million. Remarkably, Carlos was the first 19-year-old to reach the men's semi-finals at the US Open in three decades. He defeated American favorite Frances Tiafoe to secure his spot in the finals.
On July 16, 2023, Carlos achieved another milestone by defeating Novak Djokovic to win Wimbledon. The tournament's $3.1 million prize elevated his career on-court earnings to over $20 million. By Wimbledon 2024, his earnings had soared to $31.6 million, and with another victory, he brought his total to $35 million.
Early Life
Carlos Alcaraz Garfia was born on May 3, 2003, in El Palmar, Murcia, Spain. His father, who served as the director of tennis at the Real Sociedad Club de Campo du Murcia, played a significant role in his early development.
At the age of 14, Carlos enrolled at Juan Carlos Ferrero's tennis academy, marking the start of his professional journey.
Career
Carlos Alcaraz made his professional ATP debut in February 2020 at the Rio Open at just 16, after winning a wildcard entry. Though he lost in the second round to Federico Coria, this was just the beginning.
In 2021, he qualified for his first Grand Slam at the Australian Open, winning his first match but losing in the second round. At the French Open that same year, he reached the third round and lost in the second round at Wimbledon.
Breaking several age records, Carlos advanced to the quarterfinals of the 2021 US Open. However, he had to forfeit due to a leg injury.
In April 2022, Carlos secured a victory at the Miami Open by defeating Casper Ruud. A month later, he clinched the Madrid Open title.
Entering the US Open in August 2022 as the #3 seed, Carlos reached the finals after winning three consecutive 5-set matches. He became the youngest man to reach the semi-finals since 1990, when Pete Sampras did at the age of 19. The final against Casper Ruud was not just for the US Open title but also for the world's #1 ranking.
In July 2023, Carlos defeated Novak Djokovic at Wimbledon, and a year later, he repeated this feat, solidifying his dominance in the sport.
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Career Earnings
Before the 2022 US Open, Carlos' career earnings were just over $6.3 million. With his victory at Wimbledon in 2023, he surpassed $20 million in on-court earnings. Heading into the 2024 Wimbledon, his earnings reached $31.6 million, and after winning the tournament, his career earnings totaled $35 million.
Endorsements
Carlos Alcaraz has secured significant endorsement deals that have supplemented his earnings. His primary sponsor is Nike for shoes and clothing. In January 2022, he signed an endorsement deal with Rolex, and he uses Babolat racquets.
