Carlos Alcaraz Advances to US Open Third Round After Comeback Win

Carlos Alcaraz, the defending champion from Spain, successfully progressed to the third round of the US Open after defeating Portugal's Jaime Faria on September 2, 2026, in New York. Alcaraz, who was competing in his first major tournament following a four-month recovery from a wrist injury, won the match with a score of 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2.

The match began with Faria taking an early lead, breaking Alcaraz's serve and winning the first set. However, Alcaraz responded strongly in the second set, dominating Faria and not losing a single game. He maintained this momentum into the third set and secured a double break in the fourth set, ultimately sealing his victory.

With this win, Alcaraz is set to face Wu Yibing from China in the next round of the tournament.