Carlos Alcaraz is back on the practice court, gearing up for the final stretch of the season after a short but well-deserved break. World no. 1 returned to training at his father's academy in El Palmar, where his tennis journey began almost two decades ago.
The 22-year-old claimed his eighth ATP title of the season and the seventh since April in Tokyo. He injured his left ankle in the first match but continued, showing resilience and leaving the Japanese capital with a trophy in his hands.
Not risking anything, Carlos withdrew from the Shanghai Masters and returned home to rest his body. The young gun enjoyed a few quiet days away from the court, swapping his racket for golf clubs in Madrid and recharging his batteries.
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Now refreshed, the world's best player has resumed preparations for the Six Kings Slam in Riyadh, the richest exhibition event in tennis history. The event will gather fellow players from the top, and Alcaraz will kick off his campaign against Alexander Zverev or Taylor Fritz in the semi-final.
Thus, Carlos aims to makehis brilliant2025 season even betterand chase more trophies at the remaining tournaments. The 22-year-old looked sharp and motivated during his first sessions back on the court.
With his confidence high and body fully recovered from the Tokyo grind, the world's best player seems ready to extend his momentum into the final weeks of the season. After Riyadh, Alcaraz should compete at the Paris Masters, a rare notable event where he has yet to lift a trophy.
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Following Jannik Sinner's early defeat at the Shanghai Masters, the Spaniard has almost secured his second year-end no. 1 honor. He will enter Paris and the ATP Finals in Turin without pressure and with massive confidence after his career-best season.
