WATCH: Emotions Galore at French Open as Carlos Alcaraz Hugs Crying Mother After Ending Alexander Zverev’s Grand Slam Hopes

Carlos Alcaraz clinches his first French Open title—breaking another record! The young Spaniard won his maiden Roland Garros title by defeating Alexander Zverev in five sets. He was overcome with joy at the incredible series of events that culminated in the win, but just after making the game-winning shot, he had an emotional moment with his parents.

To celebrate the victory, which came after a long wait, the 21-year-old climbed up into the stand and hugged his parents and coaching team. As soon as Alcaraz hugged his parents together, both of them were left in tears after witnessing their son win a title in front of their eyes, after all the injuries he had suffered in the past few months.

The official French Open Twitter handle shared the Alcaraz family moment from the stands and wrote, “All the feels.” The Spanish tennis prodigy shot to fame in 2022 after winning the US Open, shooting up the rankings from No. 32 at the beginning of the year to No. 1 in the world by September.

He was the youngest men’s player to ever occupy the number one rank, having only turned 19 years old. Building on this achievement, he defeated tennis icon and four-time champion Novak Djokovic to win Wimbledon in July 2023. However, now, following this win, he only has a win over an Australian Open title to complete the circle.

Earlier this year, Alcaraz expressed his affection for his father in an earlier interview with Espana Diario, saying, “He knows a lot about tennis… My father played very well, everyone who faced him says so, but he did not have the opportunity to grow.”

Mother of Carlos, Virginia, has consistently attended a number of competitions, and in 2022 she saw her son’s historic victory at the US Open Championships. His parents showed their everlasting support for him throughout his career by being present to watch their son play against the Serb at Wimbledon last year. However, on the the hand, just a few days ago, he shared his wish of winning the title, and making a name for himself in the group of elite players, including Rafael Nadal. 

Carlos Alcaraz wanted to make history at the French Open final

A few days prior, the Spaniard had stated his desire to become one of the numerous Spanish French Open champions. Against Alexander Zverev in the final, he hoped to become the youngest person to win a Grand Slam title on all three surfaces, and now he has done it.

He stated, “I watched a lot of matches. Of course Rafael Nadal dominating this tournament for, let’s say, 14, 15 years. It’s something unbelievable. I wanted to put my name on that list of the Spanish players who won this tournament. Not only Rafa. Ferrero, (Carlos) Moya, (Albert) Costa, a lot of Spanish players, legends from our sport that won this tournament. I really want to put my name on that list, as well.”

In a momentous development, he followed in the footsteps of his childhood idol and fourteen-time Roland Garros champion Rafael Nadal, who won his first French Open championship when Alcaraz was just two years old. In addition to being a personal success for Alcaraz, Juan Carlos Ferrero, his coach, also celebrated. On the other hand, the overall victory meant a lot for the young Spaniard. What are your thoughts on his win? Do let us know in the comment section below.