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Carlos Alcaraz announces comeback at US Open after four-month injury break

Carlos Alcaraz reveals his comeback at the US Open after being sidelined since April due to a wrist injury.

20 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Carlos Alcaraz, the Spanish tennis star and seven-time Grand Slam winner, has announced his comeback at the US Open. According to Alcaraz, he has been off since mid-April due to a persistent wrist injury.

During this time, Alcaraz missed significant tournaments, including the French Open and Wimbledon, as well as key hard court events in Toronto and Cincinnati. His return will take place at the year's final Grand Slam tournament held in New York.

Alcaraz last played in April, marking a four-month absence from the ATP Tour. On Thursday, he confirmed that he is ready to participate in competitions again.

Archive photo: Carlos Alcaraz announces comeback at US Open after four-month injury break — Archive photoPhoto: Steven Pisano · Flickr · BY

The US Open, which this year boasts a record prize pool of $108 million, offers Alcaraz the opportunity to defend his title, which he won last year.

The announcement of his comeback appears to have been made in collaboration with football transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano, who supported Alcaraz on social media. Romano is known for his reporting on sports transfers, highlighting Alcaraz's popularity and the high expectations surrounding the player's return.

At the tournament, Alcaraz will not only attract the attention of his fans but also the entire tennis community, eager to see how he performs after his injury hiatus. His return marks a significant event in men's tennis and at this year's US Open.

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