Carlos Alcaraz has been named the winner of the 2025 Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award, his second time receiving the honour after first winning it in 2023. The Spaniard was recognised for his exemplary behaviour both on and off the court, joining an elite group of players who have earned multiple victories in this prestigious category. Alcaraz’s season was filled with remarkable achievements, but his sportsmanship stood out just as much as his titles. One of the most notable moments came at Roland Garros, when he voluntarily surrendered a point to Ben Shelton after acknowledging he had lost control of his racket during a volley. This act of honesty drew admiration from fans and fellow professionals alike.
Voting process
The nominees for the award were selected by the International Tennis Writers’ Association (ITWA). For the first time, the winner was chosen by members of the ATP No. 1 Club, a group of 29 current and former players who have reached the world number one ranking. This unique voting process added further prestige to Alcaraz’s recognition, placing him alongside legends such as Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, who dominated the award for nearly two decades.
A growing legacy
At just 22 years old, Alcaraz has already lifted eight trophies in 2025, including two majors, and finished the season as ATP Year-End No. 1. His ability to combine competitive excellence with sportsmanship sets him apart as one of the most influential figures in modern tennis. Winning the Stefan Edberg Sportsmanship Award twice in three years confirms his place among the sport’s most respected ambassadors.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
Ranked no.1, Alcaraz played his last match on the 16th of November when he was defeated by world no.2 Jannik Sinner 7-6(4) 7-5 in the final in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
This year Alcaraz has achieved a composed 71-9 record. Carlos conquered 8 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Tokyo. Alcaraz got to the final in Barcelona, Wimbledon and the Nitto ATP Finals.