Alcaraz resumes training and plans late-2026 tournament return
Key Questions
What milestone has Carlos Alcaraz achieved at age 22?
Alcaraz completed the career Grand Slam by winning every major tournament, fulfilling a prophecy he made at 18. This cements his status as a generational talent.
When did Alcaraz first predict winning every Grand Slam?
Five years ago at age 18, after winning his first ATP title in Umag, he made the bold prophecy in a press conference. He has now achieved it.
What does completing the career Grand Slam mean for Alcaraz?
It solidifies his place among tennis greats and raises expectations for even greater achievements. The milestone highlights his rapid rise and dominance.
Alcaraz returned to training in Spain and was reportedly healthy five days after the Shelton loss. He will represent Team Europe at the 2026 Laver Cup in London, is targeting the Japan Open on September 30, and may also play Shanghai, Riyadh, Paris and the ATP Finals while skipping Chile’s Davis Cup tie. The full schedule remains unsettled.