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Carlos Alcaraz continues to prove why he is the face of tennis’s new generation, adding yet another remarkable achievement to his stellar 2025 campaign. The Spanish sensation edged past Andrey Rublev in a thrilling three-set battle at the Cincinnati Open, securing a 6-3, 4-6, 7-5 victory to advance into the semifinals. But beyond the win, Alcaraz carved his name deeper into the history books by surpassing one of Roger Federer’s long-standing records.
Carlos Alcaraz’s rise at the Cincinnati Open
After a month-long break following Wimbledon, Alcaraz has returned to the hard courts in dominant fashion. His win over Rublev not only marked an improved run from last year’s early exit in Cincinnati but also highlighted the maturity in his game. Up next, he faces Alexander Zverev in what promises to be another high-octane semifinal clash.
The victory, however, carried far more significance than just another semifinal berth—it placed Carlos Alcaraz among the sport’s all-time greats at the Masters 1000 level.
Surpassing Roger Federer’s historic record
With his triumph over Rublev, the 22-year-old reached a staggering 78.1% win rate at ATP Masters 1000 tournaments, boasting a record of 82 wins and 23 losses. This remarkable statistic officially pushes him past Roger Federer, who finished his illustrious career with a 77.9% win rate in Masters competitions.
Since the ATP Masters 1000 format began in 1990, Alcaraz now sits third all-time in win percentage. The only players ahead of him? Legends Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal.
For a player still at the dawn of his career, joining such elite company is nothing short of historic. “In moments like this, I feel like I’m building my own path,” Carlos Alcaraz said earlier this season, reflecting on his rapid rise.
His consistency against the sport’s toughest competition proves that he is not just chasing greatness—he is firmly establishing it.
Rivals and road ahead
While Alcaraz’s record-breaking run is the talk of the tournament, his biggest rival, Jannik Sinner, continues to fight for his own spot in the Cincinnati Open final. Sinner, currently the defending champion, remains a major obstacle to Alcaraz’s quest for another title on American soil.
The showdown between the two young stars appears inevitable, but for now, Alcaraz’s achievement in surpassing Federer signals a turning point in tennis history.
Carlos Alcaraz’s 2025 season has already been filled with statement victories and career-defining milestones, but surpassing Roger Federer’s Masters 1000 win rate solidifies his status as one of the sport’s greatest talents. With Djokovic and Nadal the only players still ahead of him statistically, Alcaraz’s pursuit of all-time greatness looks destined to continue.
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