Carlos Alcaraz Returns to US Open After Injury Layoff

Carlos Alcaraz is preparing to return to competitive tennis at the US Open after missing over four months due to a wrist injury that kept him from participating in the French Open and Wimbledon. The Spanish player is eager to showcase his skills and has expressed confidence in his readiness for the tournament.

The 23-year-old, who is the defending champion, will face Roman Safiullin in his first match since mid-April. Alcaraz has maintained his mechanics during recovery and feels physically prepared, despite acknowledging the challenges of returning to best-of-five-set matches without a full ramp-up.

Alcaraz's return comes as he aims to defend his title, having previously defeated Jannik Sinner, who is absent this year due to injury. Alexander Zverev is the top seed in Sinner's place, and Alcaraz's performance will be closely watched as he navigates the tournament following his injury layoff.