Carlos Alcaraz confirms US Open return after four-month injury layoff

Carlos Alcaraz will make his return to competitive tennis at the US Open, marking his first tournament appearance in over four months due to a wrist injury. The Spanish star confirmed his participation in the August 30-September 13 event, where he aims to defend his title. Alcaraz had previously withdrawn from the French Open, Wimbledon, and the North American hard-court events in Toronto and Cincinnati to allow for further recovery. He has been gradually increasing his training intensity in recent weeks. New York holds significant importance for Alcaraz, as he won his first Grand Slam title there in 2022, becoming the youngest player to reach world number one.

Carlos Alcaraz is set to return from a right wrist injury to defend his U.S. Open title. He announced his readiness on social media, posting a picture in front of the U.S. Open logo. Alcaraz has been sidelined since April, missing the French Open and Wimbledon due to the injury. Last year, he won his second U.S. Open title by defeating Jannik Sinner in the final. Despite his absence from recent tournaments, Alcaraz remains ranked No. 2 in the world. He also won the Australian Open earlier this season.