US Open: Carlos Alcaraz Beats Chinese Opponent in Straight Sets to Extend Grand Slam Winning Streak to 17

Carlos Alcaraz continued his return from a right-wrist injury by defeating China’s Wu Yibing 6-3, 6-4, 6-1 at the 2026 US Open. The Spanish second seed and defending champion has now won 17 consecutive Grand Slam matches and advanced to the last 16, where he will face American 20th seed Tommy Paul.

The match lasted 2 hours and 20 minutes. Wu, the 2017 US Open junior boys’ singles champion, stayed with Alcaraz through the first two sets, but the Spaniard pulled away in the third.

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I stuck with it, played aggressively and was smart enough in the most difficult moments.

“I stuck with it, played aggressively and was smart enough in the most difficult moments,” said the 23-year-old former world No. 1. Alcaraz has won seven Grand Slam titles and is seeking a third US Open championship, after his victories in 2022 and 2025. He is also aiming to become the first men’s player in 18 years to defend the title.

Alcaraz said his progress in New York had exceeded expectations after his lengthy absence. He said he had felt close to exhaustion after his opening match but had recovered well and was adapting to the rhythm of competition.

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I think his rhythm was very fast today, his game was incredible, and every shot, forehand or backhand, was excellent. At times, it was really hard for me to control.