Carlos Alcaraz ATP ATP Shanghái 2026

Alcaraz explains the story behind his mustache in Shanghai

Diego Jiménez Rubio - 10 Oct 2026
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Carlos Alcaraz explains why he has a mustache. Photo: Getty Images

Carlos Alcaraz has been the main protagonist of the day at the ATP Masters 1000 Shanghai 2026, not only for debuting with a solid victory over Juan Manuel Cerúndolo but also for the mustache he sported. The Spaniard stepped onto the court with a bushy mustache that delighted the audience and sparked comments on social media.

The list of Alcaraz's looks is already long and varied, but this one was unexpected. In the on-court interview after his victory, the Murcian was asked about the reason for sporting that way, and his explanation is gold. 

Alcaraz reveals that he had always wanted to play with a mustache

"I'm going to keep it for a week. I had always wanted to step onto the court at least once with a mustache. Before Tokyo, we said that if I won the tournament, everyone in the team had to grow a mustache. And here I am, playing with a mustache. I think it's going to be fun. We were laughing and just having a good time with all of this."

It is these kinds of things that perfectly showcase Carlos's relaxed character and how seeking fun and different situations is a fuel for his motivation on the circuit. It was really fun to see all the team members sporting mustaches, hoping it brings them luck for this week at the ATP Masters 1000 Shanghai 2026.

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