Carlos Alcaraz Completes Career Grand Slam Before Facing Injury Setback
London, 20 February 2026 – World Number 1 Carlos Alcaraz has etched his name into tennis immortality by completing the Career Grand Slam at the age of 22. Following his historic triumph at the Australian Open in January, the Spaniard returned to action this week at the Qatar Open in Doha. However, his pursuit of further silverware has been overshadowed by news of a significant injury that will force him to undergo surgery and miss upcoming major fixtures on the ATP calendar.
Historic Triumph in Melbourne
By securing the 2026 Australian Open title, Alcaraz became the youngest man to complete the Career Grand Slam, joining an elite group of players to have won all four major tournaments. This victory marked his seventh Grand Slam title overall. His path to “tennis immortality” has been defined by a rapid ascent, having now secured 15 ‘big titles’ including Masters 1000 events and his previous successes at Wimbledon, the French Open, and the US Open.
Doha Campaign and Injury Blow
Alcaraz arrived in Doha as the top seed for the Qatar Open, marking his first competitive appearance since his Melbourne victory. He navigated a difficult opening match against Arthur Rinderknech, winning 6-4, 7-6, before defeating Valentin Royer and Karen Khachanov to reach the semi-finals. His quarter-final victory over Khachanov was notable for a rare show of frustration, as Alcaraz was handed a time violation by umpire Marija Čičak.
Despite his progress on court, Alcaraz confirmed today that he has suffered a major injury blow. The World Number 1 is set to undergo wrist surgery, a procedure that will unfortunately rule him out of the upcoming Miami Open in March. This setback comes at a critical time in the battle for the top ranking, as rival Jannik Sinner remains in close contention for the World Number 1 spot.
Key Career Statistics
The following data reflects Alcaraz’s professional standing and achievements as of February 2026.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Career High Ranking | 1 (First achieved 12 September 2022) |
| Total Singles Titles | 25 |
| Grand Slam Titles | 7 (Career Grand Slam completed 2026) |
| Win-Loss Record | 287–65 |
| Total Prize Money | £48,310,000 ($62,803,831) |
| Surface Specialisation | 11 Clay, 10 Hard, 4 Grass titles |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Grand Slams has Carlos Alcaraz won?
As of 20 February 2026, Carlos Alcaraz has won seven Grand Slam titles. These include the US Open (2022, 2025), Wimbledon (2023, 2024), the French Open (2024, 2025), and the Australian Open (2026).
Is Carlos Alcaraz currently the World Number 1?
Yes, Alcaraz currently holds the World Number 1 position in the PIF ATP Rankings, though he faces a strong challenge from Jannik Sinner due to his upcoming absence from the tour for wrist surgery.
Why is Alcaraz missing the Miami Open?
Alcaraz has been forced to withdraw from the Miami Open to undergo surgery on his wrist. The injury was confirmed following his recent matches in Doha, marking a significant setback in his 2026 season.