Alcaraz aims to win US Open after four‑month wrist injury layoff

Carlos Alcaraz, the 23‑year‑old Spaniard and reigning US Open champion, is set to return to the hard‑court courts of New York after a four‑month hiatus caused by a right‑wrist injury sustained at the Barcelona Open in April. The 2024 champion will face Russian qualifier Roman Safiullin in the tournament’s first round, marking his first singles appearance since the injury.

Alcaraz has expressed confidence that he can win another Grand Slam despite the layoff, citing the examples of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, who successfully returned to top form after long‑term injuries. “It is possible to win,” he said, adding that the belief in his own capacity is a key part of his preparation. The Spaniard’s return follows a period of rehabilitation and selective training, and he will aim to translate that confidence into performance on the court.

With the US Open now in full swing, Alcaraz’s comeback will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike. The former world number one’s determination to defend his title underscores the resilience that has become a hallmark of his career, and the tournament will see whether his confidence and recent form can translate into another championship victory.