Carlos Alcaraz Announces US Open Decision Amid Wrist Injury

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Carlos Alcaraz Announces US Open Decision Amid Wrist Injury

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Sagar Ashtakoula | Last updated Aug 20, 2026 1:14 PM ET

Absolutely. This one should lead with the US Open confirmation, then bring in Romano’s post and Alcaraz’s reaction, before addressing the lack of match practice and possible Winston-Salem appearance.

Carlos Alcaraz Confirms US Open Return After Injury Layoff

In a delightful update for tennis fans in the US and across the world, defending US Open champion Carlos Alcaraz has confirmed that he will participate in this year’s tournament, ending weeks of speculation surrounding his health.

Sports journalist Fabrizio Romano took to Instagram to announce the news, writing, “HERE WE GO! Carlos Alcaraz will return to the tour at the US Open after spending four months sidelined with a right wrist injury. Ready to come back.”

Alcaraz himself responded to the post in the comments, simply writing, “Here we go!”

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The confirmation will come as a major relief to Alcaraz’s fans, who have been waiting for clarity on his return after the Spaniard missed the entire clay and grass swings because of the right wrist injury he suffered at the Barcelona Open.

Can Carlos Alcaraz Be Ready for the US Open?

While Alcaraz’s return has now been confirmed, the Spaniard faces a major challenge heading into Flushing Meadows. He has not played competitive tennis for nearly four months, meaning he will have to find his rhythm almost immediately at the tournament where he is defending his title.

It might not be easy for Alcaraz to immediately return to the level of tennis fans have come to expect from him without any prior match practice.

Carlos Alcaraz reacts after winning a point against Jannik Sinner in the men’s singles final of the 2025 US Open. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn ImagesGeoff Burke-Imagn Images

The Spaniard could therefore consider taking a last-minute wild card into the ATP 250 event in Winston-Salem, which would give him an opportunity to play a few competitive matches before heading to New York.

For now, though, the biggest piece of the puzzle is finally in place. Carlos Alcaraz will be back at the US Open, where he will look to begin his quest for another Grand Slam title after a four-month absence from competitive tennis.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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