As Spanish tennis superstar Carlos Alcaraz shines on the professional circuit, his 14-year-old brother, Jaime Alcaraz, is rapidly making a name for himself. Recently, Jaime won the doubles title at the Antonio Hernández Cup on the European Junior Tennis Tour (under-14 category) and advanced to the semifinals in Cincinnati, further demonstrating his potential.
As the youngest of the four Alcaraz brothers, Jaime grew up in a family immersed in tennis. In 2023, he won the qualifying tournament for the Rafa Nadal Tour and earned the right to represent Spain at the ITF World Junior Tennis Finals — coincidentally, the same stage his brother Carlos had stepped onto eight years earlier.
Although Jaime was unfortunately defeated in the first round of the ITF Finals by a French opponent, he quickly achieved revenge by winning the Antonio Hernández Cup with his partner, Stefan Stankichev. The Emilio Sánchez Academy shared their victorious moment on its official social media, showing Jaime’s radiant smile and the confidence and energy of a young athlete.
Carlos Alcaraz is not only a rising star in tennis but also a caring older brother. Aware of the pressures of professional tennis, he has repeatedly asked the media and fans not to compare the two brothers prematurely.
Last year, while attending the Six Kings Grand Slam in Riyadh, Carlos told reporters, “I hope Jaime enjoys tennis and isn’t distracted by outside voices. He is still young and should grow at his own pace.” Such protection is understandable. Tennis history is full of stories of “talented siblings,” but not all can withstand the accompanying expectations. Carlos hopes Jaime can shed the label of “Alcaraz’s little brother” and focus on his own progress.
Currently, Jaime is receiving systematic training at the Emilio Sánchez Academy, a training ground that has produced multiple top-level players. While his technique, physical condition, and experience still need refinement, his performances in junior tournaments have already caught the attention of the tennis world.
Despite his young age, Jaime has already shown remarkable mental stability on the court, remaining calm in crucial points — a trait notably similar to his brother Carlos. The Alcaraz family’s passion for tennis, combined with Carlos’s guidance and experience, serves as invaluable resources for Jaime.
Of course, at 14, Jaime still has a long journey ahead to reach the professional stage. In the future, he will need to gradually challenge higher-level tournaments and adapt to the rhythm of singles competition. But regardless, he has already taken a solid first step.
Carlos Alcaraz transformed from a rising star to a tennis powerhouse in just a few years. Whether Jaime can replicate his brother’s success remains to be seen. What is certain, however, is that the young player is progressing in his own way, and the tennis world is watching closely. Perhaps one day, we will witness a thrilling matchup between the Alcaraz brothers on the ATP Tour — a moment that would surely become another legendary chapter in tennis history.