Carlos Alcaraz Trains in Alicante Ahead of Comeback

Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz made a surprise appearance at the Arena sports complex in Alicante, Spain, on Monday, sparking significant excitement among patrons and onlookers.

The world number two trained on one of the facility's synthetic courts, preparing for his return to the professional circuit at the Masters 1000 tournament in Cincinnati, which runs from August 13 to 23. News of Alcaraz's presence quickly spread, drawing dozens of fans to the complex hoping to catch a glimpse of the player in action.

Alcaraz has not competed since April 14, when he participated in the first round of the Trofeo Conde de Godó. The following day, discomfort in his right wrist forced him to withdraw from the competition. This injury led to his absence from the European clay-court season, preventing him from defending his title at Roland Garros, and also caused him to miss the grass-court season, including Wimbledon.

The Masters 1000 in Cincinnati will mark Alcaraz's return to competition before he heads to the U.S. Open. Alicante holds significance for the Murcian player, as he spent formative years of his athletic development in the province under the guidance of Juan Carlos Ferrero at the academy run by the former world number one in Villena.