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Bjorn Borg predicts Carlos Alcaraz will regain top ranking in 2027

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Bjorn Borg predicts Carlos Alcaraz will regain top ranking in 2027

Summary

Bjorn Borg expressed confidence in Carlos Alcaraz's potential to return as world number one during an event in Ibiza on October 15, 2026. Borg praised Alcaraz, highlighting his skills and character as pivotal for Spanish tennis. Following an early loss at the Shanghai Masters, Alcaraz will prepare for the Paris Masters, where he aims to improve on past performances. Alexander Zverev has secured the year-end top ranking after a successful season, aided by injuries to Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.

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•Borg backs Alcaraz to reclaim world number one status in 2027.
•Alcaraz lost early at the Shanghai Masters, prompting off-season improvements.
•Zverev secured the year-end ranking after winning two Grand Slams in 2026.
•Alcaraz previously won the Australian Open in 2026.
•Borg believes Alcaraz will lead Spanish tennis in the future.

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7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Bjorn Borg makes a bold prediction about Carlos Alcaraz’s 2027 season, ‘he’s maybe the best’

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