Alcaraz Commemorates French Open Victory With Eiffel Tower Tattoo
Carlos Alcaraz has announced plans to commemorate his French Open triumph with a tattoo of the Eiffel Tower on his left ankle. The Spaniard claimed his first title at Roland-Garros and third Grand Slam after defeating Alexander Zverev in a thrilling five-set final on Court Philippe-Chatrier.
The 21-year-old became the youngest player to win his first three majors on different surfaces and the first to do so in his first three major finals. This victory was particularly special for the world number two, who grew up playing on clay courts in Spain and would rush home from school to watch the tournament on television.
Alcaraz also visited Roland-Garros as a 12-year-old in 2015, with photos from that visit resurfacing on social media after he became the eighth Spaniard to lift the Coupe des Mousquetaires nine years later. "It will be on the left ankle, the Eiffel Tower and today's date," he said of his proposed tattoo to permanently remind him of his victory. "I have to find time, but I will do it for sure."
Reflecting on his journey, Alcaraz shared, "I have dreamed of being in this position since I started playing tennis when I was five or six years old. Winning a Grand Slam is always special, but here at Roland-Garros, knowing all the Spanish players who have won here, to put my name on that list is unbelievable."
Carlos Alcaraz (@carlosalcaraz) June 10, 2024
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