Carlos Alcaraz's Racquet, Strings & Gear
- Tour
- ATP
- Rank
- No. 3
- Country
- Spain
- Plays
- Right-handed, two-handed backhand
- Verified
Answer
Carlos Alcaraz uses the Babolat Pure Aero 98 2026, strung with Babolat RPM Team at 55.1 lbs (mains) / 50.7 lbs (crosses). On court Alcaraz wears Nike Zoom Vapor 12 and is dressed by Nike.
RacquetWhat racquet does Carlos Alcaraz use?
| Item | Value, confidence and source |
|---|---|
| Endorsed model | Babolat Pure Aero 98 2026 Tennisnerd reports he plays a stock-form Pure Aero 98 rather than a disguised pro stock: unstrung 305 g, 31.7 cm balance, 293 swingweight. |
| Actual frame / pro-stock mold | Unknown |
| Head size | Unknown |
| String pattern | Unknown |
StringsWhat strings does Carlos Alcaraz use?
| Item | Value, confidence and source |
|---|---|
| Mains | Babolat RPM Team Moved off RPM Blast onto RPM Team 1.30, per Tennisnerd (August 2026). |
| Crosses | Babolat RPM Team Full bed: the same string in the mains and crosses. |
| Gauge | 1.30 mm |
TensionWhat tension does Carlos Alcaraz string at?
| Item | Value, confidence and source |
|---|---|
| Mains | 55.1 lbs Reported as about 25 kg. |
| Crosses | 50.7 lbs Reported as about 23 kg. |
GripWhat overgrip does Carlos Alcaraz use?
| Item | Value, confidence and source |
|---|---|
| Overgrip | Unknown |
| Replacement grip | Unknown |
ShoesWhat shoes does Carlos Alcaraz wear?
| Item | Value, confidence and source |
|---|---|
| Shoe model | Nike Zoom Vapor 12 Tennisnerd also reports the Nike Vapor 12. |
ApparelWho is Carlos Alcaraz's clothing sponsor?
| Item | Value, confidence and source |
|---|---|
| Apparel sponsor | Nike |
ProfileCarlos Alcaraz
| Tour | ATP |
|---|---|
| Singles ranking | 3 ATP singles rankings dated 9 November 2026 (cross-checked with ESPN). |
| Plays | Right-handed |
| Backhand | Two-handed |
| Racquet sponsor | Babolat |
Same gearOther pros using it
| Babolat Pure Aero 98 2026 | Arthur Fils, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Leylah Fernandez |
|---|
Sources
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- https://www.atptour.com/en/rankings/singles
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlos_Alcaraz
- https://www.tennis-warehouse.com/catpage-CALCARAZ.html
- https://www.tennisnerd.net/gear/strings/atp-top-50-string-setups-what-are-the-pros-actually-using/68882
- https://www.tennisnerd.net/gear/racquets/pro-player-racquets/carlos-alcaraz-racquet/26903