Carlos Alcaraz aims for Australian Open title: “I’m a very ambitious guy”

Four-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz will kick off his season at the Australian Open, aiming to secure the only Grand Slam title missing from his collection. At just 21 years old, the Spaniard already boasts titles from the US Open (2022), Wimbledon (2023, 2024), and Roland Garros (2024).

lcaraz has been the most successful player in Grand Slam tournaments since the decline of the Big-3’s dominance. In 2024, he secured two majors, but Melbourne remains a challenge. His record at the Australian Open stands at 7-3, with his best run coming in 2024 when he was stopped by Alexander Zverev.

Recently honoured in his hometown of Murcia, Spain, Alcaraz was named the Region’s Best Athlete, an award granted by the Autonomous Community and voted on by the Sports Press Association of Murcia (APDRM).

During the award ceremony, Alcaraz expressed gratitude to his team, led by former Roland Garros champion Juan Carlos Ferrero. "There’s a team behind me, and this is also for the people who cheer me on every day," he said.

Looking ahead, Alcaraz is determined to make 2025 even better than his successful 2024 season. "I’m a very ambitious guy, and I want more. Winning in Australia is what I want to ‘tattoo’ on my career, even if my father doesn’t like the idea much," he stated.

He also shared his excitement about the upcoming season and his time at home over the holidays. "I want people to enjoy with me. I’m starting a tough month of training, but spending Christmas and New Year at home is wonderful and gives me a breather," said the former World No. 1.

Alcaraz has opted to begin his season directly at the Australian Open, joining Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev as the only top-10 players starting their 2025 campaigns in Melbourne.