Carlos Alcaraz Crowned ATP Year-End No. 1
In Turin, Italy, Carlos Alcaraz celebrated a significant achievement as he was crowned the ATP’s year-end No. 1 player on Friday. This accolade was secured following an impressive performance against Jannik Sinner, which allowed the young Spaniard to dominate his group-stage matches at the ATP Finals, finishing with a perfect record. The presentation took place at the Inalpi Arena, just prior to Sinner’s match against Ben Shelton.
Alcaraz’s Reflections on His Achievement
“Being No. 1 in the world again is a tremendous honor for me,” Alcaraz remarked during the trophy ceremony. He emphasized the hard work that goes into reaching such heights, acknowledging the collective effort of his team. “It’s not a journey taken alone; it’s with my team, my family, and those who support me through both challenging and triumphant moments,” he explained.
This marks Alcaraz’s second time at the top of the ATP rankings, having originally made history as the youngest player to end the year in the No. 1 spot at just 19 years old in 2022. He reflected on the significance of reclaiming the trophy, stating,
“Being able to hold this trophy again, the first one being in 2022, is special. I still have the same team, and I couldn’t be prouder of them.”
Alcaraz concluded by expressing the deep personal satisfaction this achievement brings him, noting,
“This means the world to me, and I am overjoyed to be here again.”
