After an unforgettable performance in what is now the longest French Open final in history, Carlos Alcaraz may be preparing to mark the moment in his own distinctive way — with a new tattoo.
The 22-year-old Spanish tennis star captured his fifth Grand Slam title on Sunday after a dramatic five-hour and 29-minute battle against world No. 1 Jannik Sinner. In a match filled with momentum shifts and nerve-wracking moments, Alcaraz saved a match point before rallying to victory, cementing his place among tennis’s elite and etching his name into Roland Garros history.
Known not only for his fiery playing style but also for a unique post-victory ritual, Alcaraz has made a tradition of commemorating Grand Slam wins with symbolic tattoos. He already sports three — each tied to a career-defining triumph. After winning the US Open, he inked the letters “CCC” on his body, a reference to his personal mantra: cabeza, corazón y cojones — “head, heart, and balls.” A tattoo of the Eiffel Tower followed his first French Open title, and a third ink celebrates his Wimbledon triumph.
With Sunday’s heroic performance now part of tennis lore, fans and media alike are wondering whether another piece of body art is on the horizon. Alcaraz offered a cryptic but telling response when asked during his post-match press conference if he planned to continue the tradition: “I mean… I have to ask my father.”
The brief reply, half playful and half enigmatic, has only added to the buzz surrounding the young champion, whose career continues to blend raw talent, steely composure, and charismatic flair — both on and off the court.
While the exact design and placement of a potential fourth tattoo remain unknown, one thing is clear: each mark on Alcaraz’s skin is a testament to his growing legacy. And as the tennis world celebrates his latest feat, it eagerly awaits the next chapter in the story — written not just with a racquet, but with ink.
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