Carlos Alcaraz's US Open buzz cut divides opinion among friends
When Alcaraz appeared at the US Open practice courts on Tuesday, his signature long hair had been replaced with a dramatic buzz cut.
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At the US Open, tennis world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz made headlines with his surprising new buzz cut rather than his tennis skills. The dramatic hairstyle change caught everyone's attention when he arrived at practice.
Golf star Rory McIlroy was among the first to notice, touching Alcaraz's head and questioning the significant change. Alcaraz explained he needed to 'start fresh' with his struggling hair situation. While McIlroy complimented the new look, fellow tennis player Frances Tiafoe had a completely opposite reaction.
After winning his first-round match, Tiafoe was shocked by the haircut and openly called it 'terrible' and 'horrendous.' He jokingly suggested the buzz cut might make Alcaraz more aerodynamic on court and offered his styling expertise for future haircuts. Despite the harsh criticism, Tiafoe emphasized their strong friendship remained unchanged.
The incident demonstrated the playful relationships between professional athletes and how even simple changes can become major talking points in sports.
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