Alcaraz surrenders to Serena Williams: "It was like playing in a Grand Slam final"
The Spanish player confessed how he experienced playing with the American in the mixed doubles at the US Open 2026.
Carlos Alcaraz and Serena Williams, Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz. The two tennis stars, past and present, created a memorable moment at Arthur Ashe, the largest tennis court in the world. The duo has accumulated 30 Grand Slams together and left behind unforgettable points. They gave fans a win and a loss, but the image of their participation in the mixed doubles at the US Open 2026 will always be etched in memory.
Both champions showed great chemistry in the two matches they played. This was evident during the first match, where Alcaraz jokingly claimed that he did everything Serena told him to do. And after their participation, the American recorded a video alongside the Murcian.
"I feel great, really. Despite losing, playing with her makes me feel incredible," said the 7-time Grand Slam champion. "We won! We won one match and lost another. We tied, yes", replied the 23-time Grand Slam champion.
But this was not the only statement they made, as once they had showered and processed what had happened, Alcaraz stated on NBC that "I was really nervous at the beginning, so I felt the pressure. It was kind of like playing the final of a Grand Slam. For me, it was an incredible experience, I loved it and enjoyed every second. For me, it was a privilege."
Carlos Alcaraz returned to a tennis court four and a half months after his wrist injury
It was Alcaraz's first time back on a tennis court after his wrist injury at the Conde de Godó in Barcelona four and a half months ago. As expected, he did not showcase all his repertoire of shots and his intensity was very limited, with serves below 185 Km/h. However, another version is expected during his debut, presumably on Sunday, August 30, although the expectations for his performance in New York focus on regaining rhythm and, above all, avoiding any discomfort in his wrist.
Alcaraz on his return and playing with Serena🎙️:
"I was really nervous at the beginning, so I felt the pressure. It was kind of like playing the final of a Grand Slam. For me it was an amazing experience, I loved it and enjoyed every single second. For me it was a privilege" 😅 pic.twitter.com/KKL0PHga2S— Alcaraz Updates🐝 (@alcarazzupdates) August 26, 2026
Meanwhile, Serena Williams, unlike Wimbledon, will not participate in the singles draw. The injury suffered during her return against Maya Joint at the London major has made her much more cautious. However, she will participate with her sister Venus in the women's doubles, after receiving an invitation from the tournament organizers. After the US Open, her future is uncertain, as she has not confirmed any other appearances, so it is possible that her return to the circuit could end definitively in New York. Although the competitive hunger of the younger Williams sister may lead her to continue this comeback tour at the most emblematic tournaments.
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