Carlos Alcaraz reflects on US Open exit and Laver Cup return

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Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Carlos Alcaraz reflects on US Open exit and Laver Cup return
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Carlos Alcaraz spoke about his US Open experience following a late-night loss to Ben Shelton, which ended at 3:34 a.m. He expressed enjoyment despite the defeat, marking his return to competition after five months due to a wrist injury. Alcaraz highlighted the need for improved match scheduling to avoid late finishes, mentioning that many matches in the tournament concluded in the early hours. He will participate in the Laver Cup from September 25-27 in London, where he will compete for Team Europe against Team USA.

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  • Alcaraz lost to Shelton in a four-hour match at the US Open.
  • He missed several tournaments this season due to injury.
  • Alcaraz will compete in the Laver Cup starting September 25.
  • He called for changes to late match scheduling.
  • Jannik Sinner missed the US Open due to injury, affecting their rivalry.
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  • 6:56 AMYahoo SportsAlcaraz on late finishes, missing Sinner and Laver Cup return
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Carlos Alcaraz discusses his US Open return, why he "misses" rival Jannik Sinner and his excitement for this year's Laver Cup.

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Carlos Alcaraz discusses his US Open return, why he "misses" rival Jannik Sinner and his excitement for this year's Laver Cup.

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