/origin-imgresizer.eurosport.com/2026/11/01/image-ffd6b610-19a1-4710-8d35-8af25b5980aa-85-2560-1440.jpeg "Carlos Alcaraz Wins Vienna 2026 for 28th ATP Title")
Carlos Alcaraz secured his 28th ATP title this weekend, defeating Alex de Minaur 6-1, 6-4 to win the Erste Bank Open in Vienna. The 23-year-old Spaniard dominated the final in one hour and 27 minutes, marking a return to form following a mid-season wrist injury that sidelined him for over four months, according to Eurosport.es.
A Record-Breaking Ascent in the ATP Rankings
With this victory, Alcaraz has surpassed David Ferrer in the list of Spanish players with the most ATP titles in the Open Era. According to Los Andes, Alcaraz now sits behind only Manuel Orantes, who holds 34 titles, and Rafael Nadal, who leads the national rankings with 92.
The following table tracks the leading Spanish men by total ATP titles:
| Position | Player | ATP Titles |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rafael Nadal | 92 |
| 2 | Manuel Orantes | 34 |
| 3 | Carlos Alcaraz | 28 |
| 4 | David Ferrer | 27 |
| 5 | Carlos Moyá | 20 |
Dominance in the ATP 500 Category
Alcaraz’s win in Vienna highlights his current mastery of the ATP 500 circuit. He has remained undefeated in this category throughout 2026, claiming titles in Doha, Tokyo, and now Vienna. As reported by Los Andes, Alcaraz has accumulated 26 victories in ATP 500 tournaments, a streak dating back to his final loss to Holger Rune in Barcelona in April 2025.
Regarding his tactical approach against De Minaur, Alcaraz noted the difficulty of the matchup. "My team and I know Alex de Minaur’s level quite well. His style is very dangerous. He has very flat shots that slide a lot and bounce very low," Alcaraz said. "I tried to be aggressive and show him that if he wanted to beat me, he had to play better than me, be more aggressive, more solid, and more intelligent."
Career Progression Since 2021
The path to 28 titles began in July 2021 with his maiden ATP win in Umag. Since then, the Spaniard has maintained a consistent trajectory: five titles in 2022, six in 2023, four in 2024, and a career-best eight in 2025. This year, despite the wrist injury, he successfully defended his titles in Tokyo and added the Australian Open to his collection of seven Grand Slam trophies, Eurosport.es reported.
Upcoming Challenges in Paris and Turin
Alcaraz is now preparing for the final stretch of the 2026 season. He is scheduled to compete in the Paris Masters, a tournament where his previous best result was a quarter-final appearance in 2022. Following the event in Paris, he will head to the ATP Finals in Turin, which run from November 15 to November 22. While he has already qualified for the season-ending tournament, he has yet to secure a victory at the Finals in his career.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Grand Slam titles does Carlos Alcaraz hold?
Alcaraz has won seven Grand Slam titles, making him the second most successful Spanish male player in history behind Rafael Nadal, who has 22.
What is the significance of the Vienna win for his historical standing?
The Vienna title moved Alcaraz to 28 total ATP trophies, allowing him to break his tie with David Ferrer and move into third place among Spanish men in the Open Era.
How does his 2026 season compare to his previous years?
Despite a four-and-a-half-month absence due to a wrist injury, Alcaraz has won four titles in 2026, including the Australian Open, Doha, Tokyo, and Vienna, maintaining an unbeaten record in the ATP 500 category this year.