Watch: Carlos Alcaraz debuts new moustache look for Shanghai Masters

Carlos Alcaraz grabbed attention at the Shanghai Masters with a new moustache after successfully defending his Japan Open title in Tokyo. The Spaniard has frequently experimented with his appearance and will now look to carry his winning momentum into Shanghai as he chases his maiden title at the tournament.Carlos Alcaraz debuts new moustache look for Shanghai Masters. Courtesy: Shanghai Masters screengrabNew Delhi,Oct 10, 2026 16:37 ISTCarlos Alcaraz has grabbed attention at the Shanghai Masters, but this time, it is not just his tennis making headlines. The Spanish star sported a new moustache during his warm-up ahead of his tournament debut, giving fans another glimpse of his willingness to experiment with his appearance.The makeover comes at a time when Alcaraz is riding high after winning the Japan Open title in Tokyo. The 23-year-old defeated Czech player Jiri Lehecka 7-6(4), 6-4 in the final on October 6 to successfully defend his crown and claim his third tour-level title of the 2026 season.Alcaraz has now added a moustache to his increasingly varied collection of looks, with the latest change quickly catching the attention of tennis fans.Moustache Carlos How do we like it? @carlosalcaraz #RolexShanghaiMasters https://t.co/2Qb6EloMfe— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) October 10, 2026FROM BUZZ CUT TO LONG HAIR AND NOW A MOUSTACHEThe Spaniard has experimented with his hairstyle several times over the past year. At the 2025 French Open, he sported a shorter, closely cropped haircut after his barber, Victor Martinez, travelled to Paris to give him a fresh look. Later that year, Alcaraz made an even more dramatic appearance at the US Open, arriving with a buzz cut. The haircut followed a mishap when his brother attempted to use clippers, leaving the Spaniard with little choice but to shave his head. The unexpected transformation sparked plenty of discussion among fans and fellow players, including Frances Tiafoe.By 2026, Alcaraz had embraced longer hair and even experimented with braids. Ahead of the Tokyo tournament, he admitted that he was considering another haircut, saying he wanted to try something different and find a style that suited him best. Now, the moustache has become the latest addition to his changing look. Interestingly, the transformation appears to be a team effort, with reports from Shanghai indicating that members of his coaching and support staff have joined in on the moustache experiment.TOKYO CHAMPION SETS SIGHTS ON SHANGHAIAway from the style headlines, Alcaraz has a major sporting objective in China. He is chasing his first Shanghai Masters title, having reached the quarter-finals in 2024 but never progressed further at the tournament. He missed the event in 2025.Fresh from his Tokyo triumph, the Spaniard will hope to carry his winning momentum into Shanghai and strengthen his position in the closing stages of the season. With a new look and renewed confidence, Alcaraz has given fans another reason to keep an eye on his campaign.- Ends