Carlos Alcaraz continues to redefine tennis milestones with every season. At just 22, the Spaniard already owns six Major titles, standing as the second-youngest player to reach that number behind Bjorn Borg.
The El Palmar native is keeping Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic behind at that checkpoint, which opens the everlasting GOAT race. Carlos' latest US Open triumph further fueled comparisons with the sport's greatest trio.
Alcaraz is in the fast line toward tennis immortality, and he realizes that. However, the young gun refuses to get carried away, fully aware of the task ahead of him.
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World no. 1 understands that maintaining such pace over a decade demands consistency, health and relentless motivation – qualities that defined Federer, Nadal and Djokovic during their unprecedented reign.
With each passing season, the competition could grow tougher, as new talents and improved veterans make every title fight wide open. For Carlos, the challenge now lies not only in winning but in sustaining the hunger that drives champions year after year.
The Spaniard acknowledges the path ahead will be demanding. However, his focus remains on continuous growth and adapting to an ever-changing field. If he manages that, the conversation about joining tennis' greatest icons may one day shift from possibility to inevitability.
Carlos Alcaraz, Roland Garros 2025© Stream screenshot
Carlos is eager to maintain his love for the game and challenge the ultimate legends in the GOAT conversation. He has won at least one Major title in the previous four seasons.
If he maintains that pace, we will see him with a double-digit soon, which would further open the gate toward his ultimate goal – to become the greatest player who ever picked a racket.
"If we look ahead ten years, it's true that I can challenge Roger, Rafa and Novak. However, I do not take anything for granted, because every year is different. Players improve, new players emerge, and it's more complicated.
I hope to continue this momentum, but in tennis, you have to give your best every season, and that's the hardest part," Carlos Alcaraz said.
