WATCH: Emma Raducanu gets distracted by Carlos Alcaraz and his brother Alvaro in adorable moment at US Open 2025
During a practice session at the 2025 US Open, Emma Raducanu was charmingly distracted by Carlos Alcaraz and his brother Alvaro, creating a viral moment that delighted tennis fans. The incident, captured on video and shared widely on social media, occurred as Raducanu prepared for her singles campaign, set to begin on August 24 at Flushing Meadows. The lighthearted exchange underscored the camaraderie between the two Grand Slam champions, fresh off their mixed doubles partnership, and added a playful highlight to the tournament’s buildup.
The Viral Moment
While practicing her serve on an outer court, Raducanu, the 2021 US Open champion, paused mid-motion as Alcaraz and his brother Alvaro walked past, exiting a nearby court. The 22-year-old Brit glanced at them, breaking into a smile before resuming her serve, in a moment dubbed “adorable” by fans. A video posted on X captured the scene, with one user commenting, “Emma’s focus went out the window when Carlos and Alvaro showed up! 😍 #USOpen2025” (@TrackerTennis, August 22, 2025). The clip, which garnered thousands of views, highlighted the chemistry between Raducanu and Alcaraz, fueling fan excitement after their “Alcaranu” mixed doubles run.
Context and Chemistry
Raducanu and Alcaraz, both 22, teamed up for the US Open’s revamped mixed doubles event, losing 4-2, 4-2 to Jack Draper and Jessica Pegula on August 19. Their on-court rapport, marked by laughter and fist bumps, had already sparked widespread attention, with a 2,250% surge in Google searches for their names over the past 90 days. Despite romance rumors, Raducanu clarified, “We’re just good friends” (@emmaraducanu, June 28, 2025), a stance echoed by her new coach, Francisco Roig, who noted their long-standing friendship from 2021. The distraction moment, occurring during Alcaraz’s preparation for his opener against Reilly Opelka, further showcased their easy connection.
Broader Implications
The endearing interaction, likened to Coco Gauff’s fan engagement or Luke Littler’s darts charisma, reflects the appeal of young stars in high-pressure settings. Raducanu, now under Roig’s guidance, faces a tough singles draw with a potential Aryna Sabalenka quarterfinal, while Alcaraz aims for a second US Open title. Social media buzzed with reactions, one fan noting, “Emma’s smile says it all—Carlos is stealing the show off the court too” (@TennisVibes, August 22, 2025). As Raducanu sharpens her focus for the main draw, this “adorable” moment with Alcaraz and Alvaro adds a heartwarming footnote to her US Open journey, boosting her momentum.
