Key Takeaways
- Claudia Canals shared an AI-generated image depicting herself with 1980s hair, oversized earrings and an acid-wash denim jacket.
- Canals and Carlos Alcaraz sparked dating rumors after being seen together on a boat earlier in the summer, though neither has confirmed a relationship.
- Alcaraz dropped just 1 set heading into his US Open quarterfinal against Ben Shelton as he chases an 8th Grand Slam title following Jannik Sinner’s withdrawal.
Social media trend brings retro style to New York
As Carlos Alcaraz continues his campaign in Flushing, Queens, attention off the court has turned toward his rumored girlfriend, Claudia Canals. Canals joined a popular social media trend by using ChatGPT to generate an image showing what she would look like living in the 1980s.
Shared to her Instagram Story prior to Alcaraz’s US Open quarterfinal meeting against Ben Shelton, the generated portrait fully embraced the era. The AI-produced recreation featured Canals with voluminous 1980s hair, oversized gold earrings and an acid-wash denim jacket, complementing the vintage aesthetic that many tennis followers often associate with Alcaraz’s own game.
Focus remains on Grand Slam silverware
Rumors linking the pair emerged earlier in the summer after Canals and Alcaraz were seen spending time together on a boat. Neither party has publicly confirmed a relationship. With Canals currently in Spain and Alcaraz competing in New York, fans have speculated about the status of their connection.
On the court, the 23-year-old Spaniard has maintained full concentration. Alcaraz dropped only 1 set en route to his quarterfinal clash with Shelton. With archrival Jannik Sinner forced to withdraw from the tournament due to a knee injury, the path is open for Alcaraz to chase his 8th Grand Slam singles title.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2026
Currently the world no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 27th of September when he surrendered to world no.4 Ben Shelton 6-7(5) 6-1 6-3 1-6 7-6(7) in the quarter of the U.S. Open (draw).
At the moment, during this season Alcaraz has managed to achieve a 27-4 match record. The Spaniard conquered 2 titles in 2026 at the Australian Open and Doha.
