Carlos Alcaraz announces return for US Open after wrist injury recovery

Carlos Alcaraz confirmed on August 20 that he will compete in the upcoming US Open in New York City. The 23-year-old wrist injury sidelined him for four months, forcing him to miss both the French Open and Wimbledon. Alcaraz last played in April at the Barcelona Open. His announcement came via an Instagram video, expressing his excitement to return to the court. The US Open main draw begins on August 30, and Alcaraz aims to defend his title, having won the tournament in 2022 and 2025.

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