Preview: Carlos Alcaraz vs Yibing Wu prediction, betting tips & odds, head-to-head | US Open 2026
Alcaraz is on a nine-match win streak in New York
Jamie Faria tested Carlos Alcaraz as he took time to find his groove on Wednesday. Once he got his eye in, the defending champion was relentless as he churned out a 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2 victory to reach the third round.
The Spaniard is on a 9-0 win streak in the Big Apple and has 16 consecutive Grand Slam wins to his name. Alcaraz needed two hours and 41 minutes to quell the spirited challenge from Faria.
Yibing Wu earned his third-round spot with back-to-back straight-set victories over Aussies Adam Walton and James Duckworth. The 26-year-old Wu completed the 7-6, 6-3, 6-1 victory over Duckworth in just under two hours to match his best result in New York.
It is Wu’s second time reaching the Round of 32 in his career, and the first time since 2022. The Chinese player will face Alcaraz for a chance to make a fourth-round debut at Flushing Meadows.
Match details
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- Tournament: US Open 2026
- Round: Third Round
- Date: September 4
- Venue: New York, United States of America
- Surface: Hard Court
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Preview
Alcaraz brushed off a slow start to set up a third-round rematch with Yibing Wu. The duo last met in the third round of the ATP Masters 1000 Shanghai, where Alcaraz won in straight sets 7-6(5), 6-3.
In the second round, the World No. 3 was quick to bounce back from losing the opening set as he marches on towards another US Open title. Alcaraz is looking to become the first man since Roger Federer in 2008 to defend his title in New York.
Wu, who returns to the Top 100 following his victory over James Duckworth, is up to No. 96 in the ATP Live Rankings. The 26-year-old was impressive in his second-round victory over the Australian, recording 36 winners and only 12 unforced errors en route to victory.
Alcaraz bageled Faria in the second set as he reeled off eight straight games to set up the Round of 32 clash with Wu. The 23-year-old Murcian fired 43 winners and converted seven breakpoints en route to victory.
Form
- Carlos Alcaraz: W-W-W-L-W
- Yibing Wu: W-W-L-L-W
Head-to-head record
- Matches: 0
- Carlos Alcaraz: 0
- Yibing Wu: 0
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Stats
Carlos Alcaraz
- Alcaraz has a 24-3 win-loss record in the 2026 season
- Alcaraz has a 26-3 win-loss record at the US Open
- Alcaraz has won 78% of matches played on hard courts
Yibing Wu
- Wu has an 8-9 win-loss record in the 2026 season
- Wu has a 4-2 win-loss record at the US Open
- Wu has won 50% of matches played on hard courts
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Carlos Alcaraz vs Yibing Wu: Betting tips and odds
- Moneyline: Alcaraz: -909, Wu +760
- Spread: Alcaraz -2.5 (-115), Wu +2.5 (+102)
- Total Sets: Over 33.5 (-108), Under 33.5 (-109)
- First Set Winner: Alcaraz -370, Wu +335
Match prediction
Alcaraz’s US Open title defence is gathering momentum, but Yibing Wu could be an intriguing third-round opponent for the No. 2 seed.
Wu is a clean striker of the ball, absorbs pace and redirects flat groundstrokes down the line, a tactic that can throw off balance even the fast-moving Alcaraz’s on-court rhythm.
Their previous match in Shanghai was closely fought, and Alcaraz will fall back on his signature baseline aggression and trademark drop shots to keep his Chinese opponent in check.
Result: Carlos Alcaraz to win in straight sets.
Where and how to watch live telecast and live streaming of Carlos Alcaraz vs Yibing Wu third-round match at the US Open 2026?
The third-round match between Alcaraz and Yibing Wu will stream live for Indian viewers on Jio Hotstar. ESPN will broadcast the event live in the United States. In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports takes over broadcasting duties.
Where and when will Carlos Alcaraz vs Yibing Wu third-round match take place at US Open 2026?
The third-round match between Alcaraz and Yibing will be played at the Arthur Ashe Stadium on September 4 (Friday) and has a tentative start time of 1 pm local time (10:30 pm IST).
What is the overall head-to-head record between Carlos Alcaraz and Yibing Wu?
They have met only once in the past, which came in the 202 Shanghai Open. Alcaraz won that matchup in straight sets.
Who is the favourite to win the Carlos Alcaraz vs Yibing Wu third-round match at US Open 2026?
Alcaraz’s US Open title defence is gathering momentum, but Yibing Wu could be an intriguing third-round opponent for the No. 2 seed. Wu is a clean striker of the ball, absorbs pace and redirects flat groundstrokes down the line, a tactic that can throw off balance even the fast-moving Alcaraz’s on-court rhythm. Their previous match in Shanghai was closely fought, and Alcaraz will fall back on his signature baseline aggression and trademark drop shots to keep his Chinese opponent in check.
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