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Alcaraz set to defend US Open crown after injury layoff
Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz will make his return to competitive action at the US Open following a four-month absence due to a wrist injury. The seven-time Grand Slam champion missed both the French Open and Wimbledon during his recovery period.
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Alcaraz has been sidelined since April with the wrist ailment, forcing him to sit out two of the sport's most prestigious tournaments. His comeback at Flushing Meadows represents a significant milestone in his bid to reclaim the crown he successfully defended at the US Open.
The Spanish sensation, who has established himself as one of tennis' elite players despite his relative youth, will face stiff competition from the world's top-ranked players competing in New York. His return to the court comes at a crucial juncture in the season as the sport's attention turns to the final Grand Slam event of the year.
Alcaraz's participation marks his first competitive outing since withdrawing from the spring campaign. The injury forced him to miss extended stretches of play, creating uncertainty about his readiness for the demanding US Open schedule. Tournament organisers will be pleased to have the defending champion in the draw for the prestigious event.