Alcaraz's Shocking Buzzcut Steals US Open Spotlight! Ag shame?
Carlos Alcaraz is not only making waves with his tennis skills at the US Open, but also with his brand new 'do! The Spanish sensation debuted a rather drastic buzzcut during his first-round match against American Reilly Opelka, and the internet is buzzing – pun intended!
Did Alcaraz Lose a Bet? The Story Behind the Shave
According to Alcaraz, the haircut was a bit of a mishap. He explained that his brother attempted to trim his hair, but things went awry, leaving him with no choice but to shave it all off. He joked that he now feels more aerodynamic on the court.
Tiafoe's Brutal Honesty: 'It's Horrendous!'
Not everyone is a fan of the new look. Fellow player Frances Tiafoe didn't hold back, calling the buzzcut "horrendous." A video of Tiafoe's shocked reaction upon seeing Alcaraz's hair has gone viral on social media.
Despite the mixed reactions, Alcaraz seems to be taking it all in stride. He's laughing off the comments and focusing on his performance at the US Open. And let's be honest, whether you love it or hate it, the haircut has definitely gotten people talking!
Alcaraz Advances to Second Round
The new haircut didn't seem to affect his game as Alcaraz defeated Opelka in straight sets (6-4, 7-5, 6-4) to advance to the second round. He's set to face Italy's Mattia Bellucci. Will the buzzcut bring him luck? Only time will tell!
- Alcaraz debuted a buzzcut at the US Open.
- The haircut was the result of a brotherly barbering mishap.
- Frances Tiafoe called the haircut "horrendous."
- Alcaraz defeated Reilly Opelka in the first round.