Alcaraz crowned ATP year-end world No.1: Team and fans are the greatest motivation to move forward

On November 14, 2025, the ATP Finals in Turin witnessed a heartfelt moment — Spanish star Alcaraz officially received the PIF-sponsored ATP year-end world No.1 trophy. This marks the second time in his career, after 2022, that he has earned this honor, becoming one of the few active players to top the year-end rankings multiple times.

The title had already been secured. On the evening of November 13 (Thursday) during the round-robin matches, Alcaraz defeated Italian player Musetti, finishing with a perfect 3-0 record and clinching the year-end No.1 spot, sealing the pinnacle honor of this season with a commanding performance.

“Becoming world No.1 is a goal my team and I have pursued day after day; this achievement is not the work of one person alone,” Alcaraz emotionally said at the award ceremony. He particularly highlighted the support of his team: “From winning the year-end No.1 for the first time in 2022 to standing here again now, my core team has always stood by my side. Even with new members joining, we remain united. This unity gives me the confidence to keep pushing forward, and I’m extremely proud to have such a team.”

On the same day, ATP Chairman Andrea Gaudenzi and PIF’s Head of Corporate Brand and Strategic Consulting, Mohammed Al-Sayeed, jointly presented Alcaraz with the trophy, witnessing another milestone moment for the 22-year-old rising star. For Alcaraz, this honor is not only recognition of his year-long performance but also the best reward for his team’s dedication: “This is a great achievement with deep meaning for me. Sharing this moment with my team brings me true happiness.”

Although he has already secured the year-end No.1 ranking, Alcaraz’s journey in Turin continues. Having topped his group, he has secured a spot in the ATP Finals semifinals and will face Canadian player Auger-Aliassime on November 15 (Saturday), aiming for his first ATP Finals championship.

Before focusing on the upcoming matches, Alcaraz expressed heartfelt thanks to fans worldwide. “From January to November, traveling across the globe to compete, no matter the country or venue, the passion of the fans never wavered.” He admitted that fan support was crucial in turning matches around: “Many times, it was the crowd’s cheers that helped me grit my teeth through tough moments to achieve comebacks and victories. This trophy belongs not only to me and my team but to every fan who has supported me along the way. Thank you all for your energy and love.”

However, to be honest, there has been some fortunate circumstance surrounding Alcaraz’s two year-end No.1 titles.

In 2022, Djokovic missed major tournaments like the Australian Open, US Open, and North American hardcourt events due to vaccination issues, allowing Alcaraz to clinch the year-end No.1 with fewer than 1000 points.

In 2025, Sinner was suspended for three months due to a doping case, missing the North American hardcourt swing, Monte Carlo, and Madrid Masters. Currently, Alcaraz leads by 1050 points. If Alcaraz loses in the semifinals and Sinner wins the title, the gap would narrow to 150 points. Conversely, if Alcaraz wins and Sinner loses in the semifinals, the points difference would widen to 1950.

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