It was a heartwarming moment at the Madrid Open 2026 ATP Masters 1000 tournament as World No.2, Carlos Alcaraz, showed support for his younger brother, Jaime. Jaime, aged 14, competed in the Under-16 section of the tournament, which gathers promising talents from Spain to nurture the future of tennis.
Carlos Alcaraz, ranked No. 2 in the ATP Rankings, watched attentively as Jaime secured a 6-3, 6-3 victory in a highly anticipated match against Pol Mas. Despite not playing due to a right wrist injury, Carlos cheered on his brother from the stands, sharing the special moment with their relatives.
The Under-16 Madrid Open has become a significant attraction at the Spanish ATP Masters 1000 event, providing a platform for emerging Spanish tennis stars like Martin Landaluce, Daniel Merida, and Rafael Jodar. These young talents get the opportunity to showcase their skills alongside established ATP Tour players.
In a surprising turn of events at the main Madrid Open, Alexander Blockx stunned 12th seed and 2025 champion Casper Ruud with a 6-4, 6-4 victory, advancing to the semi-finals. Blockx, ranked World No. 69, displayed exceptional performance throughout the tournament, defeating notable players like Felix Auger-Aliassime and Francisco Cerundolo.
Blockx expressed his gratitude for his unexpected success, emphasizing his satisfaction with his performance in the tournament. He credited the favorable playing conditions in Madrid, highlighting the clay surface that allowed him to execute his shots effectively and adapt to the game’s pace.
