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Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz surprised fans and fellow players at the 2025 US Open by debuting a new buzz-cut hairstyle ahead of his first-round match against Reilly Opelka. The world number two explained he wanted a fresh start for the tournament. The haircut drew mixed reactions, notably from American player Frances Tiafoe, who called it "horrible" and joked about its aerodynamic look during a viral dressing room video. Despite the haircut controversy, Alcaraz remains focused on his US Open campaign, aiming to improve on his 2024 second-round exit. The tournament also features a highlighted rivalry between Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, with both players having won major finals against each other earlier in the year. Alcaraz acknowledged the challenge posed by Opelka’s powerful serve and expressed confidence ahead of the match. The buzzcut has attracted significant attention, including from golf star Rory McIlroy, who discussed the new look with Alcaraz on site. (Updated 26 Aug 2025, 08:34 IST; source: link)