Tennis and style often go hand in hand. One can’t possibly ignore fashion in the tennis scene. Whether it is Nadal’s signature sleeveless tops or Federer’s iconic logo, tennis tournaments are much more than just backhands and forehands, and a neon ball plopping over the net. While some looks became iconic, others brought disappointment. Such is the case with Carlos Alcaraz, whose Australian Open 2025 hairstyle has left fans in shock.
Alcaraz has returned to his old hairstyle ahead of the 2025 season’s first Grand Slam major. This 2024 Wimbledon champion has set his eyes on completing the career Grand Slam in Melbourne. He also discussed with Marca that he already planned his tattoo to commemorate his first Australian Open win. For that, this Spaniard player has chosen a kangaroo, thinking it would be a fitting tribute to the Melbourne major. “I have it in mind, I have in mind to get a tattoo of the kangaroo. I’m going to try to have a good holiday first. For me it’s super important to be able to disconnect from tennis. And to come back fresh for the pre-season so that it’s brilliant, brutal, to arrive in Australia in the best possible shape both tennis-wise, physically and mentally. The goal is to complete the ‘Grand Slam’ in Melbourne,” he said. Alcaraz’s words echoed his thrill and excitement for the Grand Slam event. Some of that is also reflected in his new haircut.
A Twitter tennis account shared Alcaraz’s new look fresh from a salon visit to his hairstylist. The ATP number three donned his old look from the 2022 US Open. He sported a short, clean-cut hairstyle featuring a longer top and fades on the sides – a textured crew cut or short layered cut with added volume. “Carlos Alcaraz’s haircut for the Australian Open, going for that short US Open 2022 look,” wrote the journalist. He also mentioned the photo was taken by Victor Barber, Alcaraz’s hairstylist and it was sourced from his IG story.
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As soon as the tweet was made Alcaraz’s followers went completely berserk. Not only did they dislike his haircut but they also expressed utter disappointment over Alcaraz’s style sense. The fans’ comments on the main X thread highlight their feelings after the Spaniard’s new haircut.
Fans disapprove of Carlos Alcaraz’s new Australian Open special haircut
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Alcaraz fans disliked the Spaniard’s short hairstyle. One of them commented, “on my knees begging this man to find a new barber😭😭 this shit is so trash!!” This person’s words echoed his frustration with Alcaraz’s hairdresser for long. Now, the Spaniard’s fans can’t be blamed! They dropped similar reactions when he sported a new look (buzzed cut on the sides) before the 2024 French Open. “Death, taxes and charlie’s barber committing mini crimes before every slam,” wrote a fan sarcastically after witnessing Alcaraz’s 2024 French Open look.
The saga of disappointment continued for them in the 2025 season. Another fan sarcastically commented, “Why does he hate himself” expressing sheer disappointment with the ATP number three. Alcaraz has been guilty of non-stop bad haircuts! He sported a new fade hairstyle in late November that also drew fairly unpleasant reactions from his fans. “I am shocked honestly. Boy, why do you hate yourself? This is a crime,” wrote a fan back then channeling similar energy.
Even his strongest supporters disapproved of his new Australian Open 2025 look. Their “Oh no, Carlos” reaction is a testament to their recurring shock after seeing Alcaraz choose hairstyles that don’t suit him at all. In fact, his series of undercuts forced his fans to beg him not to repeat it anymore. “No more undercuts. Please,” commented a person. The Spaniard donned a similar hairstyle with faded sides and a heavy top during the last US Open tournament – and then too, the new look fell short of praise.
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The majority disliked his new haircut. It surprised them so much that they remembered his 2023 Wimbledon final look, where he bagged his first British major trophy. In the finals, Alcaraz donned a very short “skin fade” with a longer, slightly textured top offering the “Peaky Blinders” vibe. People loved this look so much that one fan commented, “Wimbledon 2023 finals look – that was iconic, why ever change it? Also he has won nothing on short sleeves.”
Carlos Alcaraz’s latest haircut has sent his fans into sheer disappointment. Following their comments, the Spaniard seriously needs to think about his hairstyle so that like his performance, he also impresses his fans with his styling sense.