Carlos Alcaraz plans extended breaks from the ATP Tour in 2027

Following his second-round victory against Jaime Faria at the 2026 US Open on Wednesday, Carlos Alcaraz signaled an intention to reduce his tournament schedule in 2027. The 23-year-old indicated that he plans to take month-long breaks to manage his health and address the demands of the 11-month ATP Tour calendar. Alcaraz recently returned to competition after missing the French Open and Wimbledon due to a wrist injury. His comments arrive amid a wider conversation regarding player fatigue, as several top players including Jannik Sinner, Arthur Fils, and Taylor Fritz have also dealt with injuries during the current season. While Alcaraz continues his campaign in New York, he has been noted by spectators for his custom Nike collaboration kit, which he is expected to wear for the remainder of the event. The tournament concludes on September 13.

• 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — After his US Open R2 win, Carlos Alcaraz says we will see less of him in 2027