Carlos Alcarz Returns to U.S. Open After Five-Month Injury Break

Carlos Alcaraz, who captured his seventh major at the Australian Open and completed a career Grand Slam, will attempt to retain the U.S. Open crown after a five-month hiatus caused by injury. The injury forced him out of the Barcelona Open in April and kept him away from the clay season, the French Open, Wimbledon and the early North American hard-court events. Despite limited recent match play, his return has generated excitement, with coach Patrick Mouratoglou highlighting the boost his presence brings to tennis.

Former U.S. Open winner Andy Roddick commented on Alcaraz’s readiness, noting the player’s willingness to accept the risk of further injury. Training footage released online shows Alcaraz working intensively to regain form before the tournament begins at Flushing Meadows.