On March 3, 2025, the tennis world buzzed with stunning news: Carlos Alcaraz, the young Spanish star and 2024 Wimbledon champion, has proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Maria Gonzalez Gimenez. Alcaraz himself confirmed the news in a brief interview after a practice session at Indian Wells, revealing that the couple is hurriedly preparing for a wedding slated for the end of the year. This marks a major milestone in the personal life of the 21-year-old tennis sensation, who is at the peak of his career with four Grand Slam titles and a world number three ranking.

Alcaraz and Gimenez, also a tennis player from Murcia, Spain, have known each other since childhood, meeting at a local tennis academy. Their relationship, though kept low-key, has been no secret to fans, especially after a photo of Alcaraz kissing Gimenez’s cheek went viral on Instagram a few years ago. In a rare moment with the media, Alcaraz couldn’t hide his joy: “Maria is the most special person to me. We’ve been through so much together, and I want her by my side forever.” He shared that he proposed during a romantic evening on a beach in their hometown, with a ring custom-designed by a renowned jewelry brand.

The wedding, according to Alcaraz, is planned for December after the tennis season wraps up. “We want a cozy ceremony with family and close friends,” he said, hinting that the venue might be a small church in Murcia, a place meaningful to both since childhood. Gimenez, 24, who is finishing a bilingual law degree at the University of Murcia while playing tennis for the Murcia Club, is reportedly pausing her career to plan the big day with Alcaraz. Though not a WTA professional, she has been a steadfast supporter at his major tournaments.

The announcement immediately set social media ablaze. Fans flooded platforms with congratulations, while some wondered if the wedding might affect Alcaraz’s performance in the upcoming season, particularly with the “Sunshine Double” at Indian Wells and Miami on the horizon. Tennis analysts suggest that stability in his personal life could sharpen his focus, especially after he admitted struggling to balance emotions and career in 2023.

With his exceptional talent and now a new chapter in his love life, Carlos Alcaraz remains in the spotlight. His wedding to Maria Gonzalez Gimenez promises to be the most anticipated event of late 2025, not just for tennis fans but for anyone captivated by this couple’s beautiful love story.