Carlos Alcaraz Advances to US Open Fourth Round with Victory Over Wu Yibing

Carlos Alcaraz secured his place in the fourth round of the US Open by defeating Wu Yibing with a score of 6-3, 6-4, 6-1. This victory marks Alcaraz's 17th consecutive win at Grand Slam tournaments, following his triumphs at the 2025 US Open and the 2026 Australian Open.

The match took place after Alcaraz's lengthy absence from singles competition due to a wrist injury, with his last match occurring 139 days prior. He had previously faced challenges in the tournament, including a comeback from a set down in the second round against Jaime Faria. However, he demonstrated strong performance against Wu, needing two hours and 20 minutes to secure the win.

Looking ahead, Alcaraz is set to face American Tommy Paul in the next round. The draw has opened up for him, especially with the absence of top players like Jannik Sinner and the early exit of Novak Djokovic. Despite some inconsistencies during the match, Alcaraz's ability to recover and maintain focus has been evident, as he aims for his eighth major title.