Carlos Alcaraz’s Platinum Hair Transformation Has the Internet Divided (Again)

Carlos Alcaraz just can’t help himself. The Spaniard is back with another hair transformation that’s got everyone talking—and not all of it’s positive.

Fresh off his US Open victory where he debuted an icy platinum buzz cut that had fans doing double-takes, Alcaraz has doubled down on his blonde era. And honestly? The internet doesn’t know what to do with itself.

Alcaraz Returns to His Barber for Another Bold Look

While most tennis players are focused solely on their game heading into the final stretch of the season, Alcaraz made time for something equally important to him: a hair appointment. Back home in Murcia this week, the four-time Grand Slam champion reunited with his personal barber, Victor Martinez, for what can only be described as a platinum refresh.

The result? A full-on Super Saiyan transformation (Martinez’s words, not ours). The bleach-blonde buzz cut that had started to fade into a salt-and-pepper situation by the Laver Cup has been revitalized into a striking platinum look that’s somehow even more eye-catching than before.

Martinez shared the makeover on Instagram with the caption “Super Saiyan evolved again”—a reference to the iconic Dragon Ball Z character known for his spiky blonde hair. The post racked up over 130,000 likes within hours, proving that whether people love it or hate it, they definitely have opinions about Alcaraz’s hair choices.

The Blonde Era Isn’t Going Anywhere

Let’s be real: when Alcaraz first showed up to the US Open with platinum blonde hair, it felt like a statement. Was it confidence? A midlife crisis at 22? A sponsorship deal we didn’t know about? Whatever the reason, the look stuck—literally and figuratively.

Now, instead of letting his natural brunette roots reclaim their territory, Alcaraz has committed fully to the blonde aesthetic. And you know what? Good for him. In a sport where most players stick to conservative haircuts and neutral colors, it’s refreshing to see someone willing to take risks off the court too.

Martinez told tennis outlet Bounces earlier this year that Alcaraz is loyal to a fault when it comes to his haircuts. “Whenever he travels to Murcia, he always visits me at the barbershop,” Martinez explained. “Only me. I’ve even offered to find him a barber wherever he is, and he says no; he waits.”

That kind of dedication is admirable—even if it means flying your barber out mid-tournament (yes, that happened at Roland Garros).

Love It or Hate It, Everyone’s Got an Opinion

Of course, not everyone is sold on Alcaraz’s fashion-forward choices. Frances Tiafoe famously roasted him during an interview, calling the look “horrible” and “terrible.” Ouch.

But here’s where Alcaraz deserves credit: he doesn’t care what anyone thinks. Martinez revealed that they both laugh off negative comments together. “Some people like it, others don’t,” he said. “But Carlos and I laugh at the bad comments… He likes it, and so do I.”

That kind of confidence is rare—and honestly kind of inspiring. Sure, not everyone can pull off platinum hair (most of us would look like we raided our grandmother’s hair dye stash), but Alcaraz owns it with zero apologies.

What’s Next for Alcaraz?

Hair transformations aside, Alcaraz has some serious tennis business ahead of him. He’s gearing up for the Paris Masters starting October 27, followed by the ATP Finals in Turin and the Davis Cup Final 8—all while sporting his newly refreshed platinum locks.

The question isn’t whether he’ll perform well (spoiler: he probably will). It’s whether his opponents will be too distracted by his hair to focus on their own game.

At this point, we’re convinced that Alcaraz could show up with neon green hair or a mohawk and still dominate on court. The man’s got range—both in his tennis skills and his willingness to experiment with his look.

Why This Matters More Than You Think

Look, we get it—writing 600+ words about a tennis player’s hair might seem ridiculous. But here’s why it matters: Alcaraz represents a new generation of athletes who aren’t afraid to express themselves beyond their sport.

Gone are the days when tennis players were expected to be buttoned-up and boring off the court. Today’s stars—Alcaraz included—are showing that you can be world-class at your craft while also having fun with fashion, experimenting with your appearance, and refusing to take yourself too seriously.

So whether you love his platinum transformation or think he should go back to his natural brunette roots (spoiler alert: that’s not happening anytime soon), you have to respect his willingness to take risks and own his choices.

And who knows? Maybe this evolved Super Saiyan look will bring him even more luck as he closes out what’s been an incredible 2025 season.