Alcaraz to play US Open after four months out
Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz is set to return to the US Open after a four-month hiatus due to a wrist injury. The 23-year-old Spaniard, who won the Australian Open earlier this year, confirmed his participation via social media.
Why it matters
Alcaraz is a major draw in professional tennis, and his return significantly impacts the competitive landscape of the final Grand Slam of the year.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Carlos Alcaraz beat Jannik Sinner to win the US Open in 2025
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is set to make his return at the US Open after missing four months with a wrist injury.
The 23-year-old triumphed at the Australian Open in January to become the youngest man to win all four Grand Slam titles.
However, the Spaniard has not played a competitive match since 14 April after injuring his right wrist at the Barcelona Open.
The news was confirmed by football influencer Fabrizio Romano in a joint post with Alcaraz on Instagram.
Seven-time major champion Alcaraz also wrote "here we go!" - Romano's catchphrase - in a post on X , external with an emoji of the American flag and a plane.
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