WATCH: Carlos Alcaraz begins comeback preparation ahead of US Open 2026
Carlos Alcaraz is expected to return to action at the Cincinnati Open 2026.
There is finally some good news on Carlos Alcaraz‘s recovery. A training video has gone viral showing the Spaniard hitting forehands at close to match intensity, exactly the kind of clip his fans have been waiting weeks to see.
Alcaraz hasn’t competed since April, when he injured his right wrist during his opening match at the Conde de Godó in Barcelona. The absence has had a severe impact on his season, as he was unable to participate in the Madrid Open, Rome Masters, Roland Garros, Queen’s Club, Wimbledon, and most recently, the Canadian Masters.
Missing seven tournaments has cost him approximately 4,800 ranking points, causing him to slip to third place in the rankings. More than the impact on rankings, it is the tennis fraternity that has missed the 23-year-old’s on-court presence.
What makes this video encouraging is the specifics. He’s shown stringing together a dozen forehands, half of them heavy topspin shots, all delivered at a pace that looks close to tournament level.
For a wrist injury, that kind of clean, repeated loading without visible hesitation may indicate that his recovery is progressing well, though only his team can assess his condition.
According to reports from Spain, the next phase involves moving training to outdoor hard courts, the same surface awaiting him at both the Cincinnati Open and the US Open. Those two events remain his stated targets, and the Spaniard will be defending titles at both competitions.
Adding to the optimism surrounding his comeback, Alcaraz reportedly left a comment on his brother’s Instagram simply saying he’s “back to the ring.” Still, nothing is guaranteed just yet.
His team’s approach throughout this injury has been cautious by design, prioritising a full recovery over rushing back, and that mindset isn’t expected to change now.
Any discomfort at all, even something minor, is likely to result in him pulling back again rather than risking a longer layoff. For now, though, this is the clearest signal yet that his comeback is genuinely close.
When will Carlos Alcaraz return to tennis action after injury?
Carlos Alcaraz is expected to return to action at the Cincinnati Open 2026.
What injury is Carlos Alcaraz dealing with?
The Spanish tennis star has been sidelined from competitive tennis since suffering a wrist injury at the Barcelona Open earlier this year.
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Aniruddh Seshadri Iyer is a passionate sports journalist at Khel Now, specializing in tennis and Olympic sports. An engineer by training, he found his storytelling passion through iconic Grand Slam and Olympic moments. Known for sharp analysis and insightful coverage, he draws inspiration from Novak Djokovic’s resilience. Outside journalism, he enjoys reading, traveling, and playing the guitar.