Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz has turned heads once again, this time with a striking new hairstyle rather than his trademark forehand. The 23-year-old Spaniard unveiled tight cornrow braids in an Instagram carousel marking a dramatic shift from the shoulder-length, shaggy waves he had worn earlier in the summer.
Watch: Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz debuts bold hairstyle ahead of US Open return
The July recap featured personal highlights, including Spain’s FIFA World Cup victory, time with friends, and training glimpses as he recovers from a wrist injury. A mirror selfie and short video showcased the neat, close-to-the-scalp braids from multiple angles, quickly drawing widespread attention.
Alcaraz’s change comes as the seven-time Grand Slam champion prepares for his return at the US Open. Social media erupted with mixed reactions, and fans praised the fresh summer look, with some calling it “the unexpected hairstyle of the summer” and comparing him to a young Drake, while others debated cultural appropriation.
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