Major update on Carlos Alcaraz's return date after injury
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The Spaniard completely missed the 2026 grass season.
World No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz has had a challenging few months, withdrawing from the French Open, Wimbledon, and the Canadian Open. Due to an injury, he could not defend his French Open title this year, where he was the two-time defending champion.
The Spanish tennis star has been sidelined from competitive tennis since suffering a wrist injury at the Barcelona Open earlier this year. Now, the US Open is coming up in August, and the question on everyone’s mind is whether he will return to defend his title.
Carlos Alcaraz’s potential return date revealed
Alcaraz is likely to return to competitive tennis at the Cincinnati Open 2026, starting on August 13. The Cincinnati Open will help him prepare for the 2026 US Open, where he will defend his title.
If he makes a comeback, it will be the first time since April that the Spanish star participates in an ATP Masters 1000 event.
A needed comeback before New York
Both Alcaraz and World No. 1 Jannik Sinner will be under the spotlight, as Sinner has enjoyed a dream run this year, winning all five ATP Masters 1000 titles and defending his Wimbledon title against Alexander Zverev.
Now, ahead of the US Open, Alcaraz must regain his fitness as quickly as possible to defend his title against the top seeds.
Sinner leading from the front in a star-studded field
Although Alcaraz’s comeback is the main attraction, Sinner will be the player to watch. Their rivalry remains one of the most talked-about topics in tennis, and fans hope it continues at the last Grand Slam of the year.
Britain’s rising player, Arthur Fery, qualified directly for the Cincinnati Open after his strong Wimbledon semifinal run.
Jack Draper will enter the tournament as a wildcard, while Emma Raducanu is still recovering from a stress fracture and racing to be ready for the US Open.
For Alcaraz, the main aim is to regain full fitness, defend his Cincinnati title, and win another Grand Slam in New York.
When will Carlos Alcaraz return to competitive tennis?
Alcaraz is likely to return to competitive tennis 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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