Alcaraz to play U.S. Open after wrist injury layoff

Carlos Alcaraz, the world's third-ranked tennis player, is set to return to the court for the U.S. Open. The tournament begins August 30 and runs through September 13 in New York.

Alcaraz has been sidelined for four months with a right wrist injury. He sustained the injury in April during the Conde de Godó tournament. This marks the longest period of inactivity in his professional career, with 138 days away from competition.

The Spanish star announced his comeback on social media, writing "Here we go" with an American flag emoji. New York's Flushing Meadows holds special significance for Alcaraz, as it was the site of his first Grand Slam title in 2022 and his ascent to the world number one ranking. He successfully defended his title last year, defeating Jannik Sinner in the final.

Alcaraz's absence from the tour saw him drop to third in the rankings, behind Sinner and Alexander Zverev. He missed several major tournaments, including the Masters 1000 events in Madrid and Rome, Roland Garros, and the grass-court season, including Wimbledon. He has been undergoing intensive training in Murcia to prepare for his return.

Alcaraz will travel to New York in the coming days to acclimate to the conditions. His participation in the U.S. Open will serve as a test of his competitive level and the condition of his wrist under the demands of Grand Slam play, including best-of-five-set matches.

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