Carlos Alcaraz defeats Roman Safiullin in US Open first round
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 8:46 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
Carlos Alcaraz began his US Open campaign with a straight-sets victory over Roman Safiullin on Monday. The Spanish player recorded a 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 result to advance in the tournament. Alcaraz entered the match aiming for a repeat performance at the event following recent health concerns. He appeared physically capable throughout the contest as he maintained control against Safiullin. The match marks the beginning of his latest appearance at the US Open. Alcaraz now moves forward to the next round of the competition.
- •Carlos Alcaraz defeated Roman Safiullin on Monday.
- •The match score was 6-4, 6-4, 6-4.
- •Alcaraz is returning to the US Open to pursue a repeat title.
- •The performance indicates Alcaraz is healthy for the tournament run.
- 9:36 PMESPN — Healthy again, Alcaraz returns with US Open win
- 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — US Open: Carlos Alcaraz is back ... and that's bad news for everyone else
"Carlos Alcaraz returned to the US Open and looked healthy enough for a run at a repeat, beating Roman Safiullin 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 on Monday.
"For someone who hadn't played an official match in 139 days, Alcaraz looked mostly like his old, title-contending self.
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External links- ESPNAug 31, 2026, 9:36 PMHealthy again, Alcaraz returns with US Open win
Carlos Alcaraz returned to the US Open and looked healthy enough for a run at a repeat, beating Roman Safiullin 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 on Monday.
- Yahoo SportsAug 31, 2026, 9:33 PMUS Open: Carlos Alcaraz is back ... and that's bad news for everyone else
For someone who hadn't played an official match in 139 days, Alcaraz looked mostly like his old, title-contending self.
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