ATP Carlos Alcaraz US Open 2026

Alcaraz speaks out after his debut at the US Open: "It has been five very difficult months"

Andrés Tomás Rico - 31 Aug 2026
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Alcaraz opens up after his debut at the US Open: “It has been five very difficult months.” Photo: Getty Images

Carlos Alcaraz made a spectacular comeback. No one would say that the Spaniard had been out for four and a half months after his impressive debut against Roman Safiullin, winning 6-4, 6-4, 6-4. The Murcian showed a very serious version of himself; composed, but still with some hints of his usual flair. As expected, there were aspects to improve due to inactivity, but his return was more than positive.

These were Carlos Alcaraz's first words after his return at the US Open

Thus, in his on-court comments after so many months of doubts and suffering, he opened up: "It has been a very difficult five months for me. To be able to step on Arthur Ashe and compete again... as I said before the tournament, I couldn't have chosen a better tournament to return than here in New York. It is a truly special place for me. I tried to enjoy it as much as I could. I missed it. I missed the crowd. The energy. I missed the competition. I missed it all. I'm just really happy to be able to compete again."

The Spaniard took the opportunity to recall his special connection with a court where he lifted his first Grand Slam and became world number one at just 19 years old: “On this court, I fulfilled my dream. My first Grand Slam, my first time being number one in the world. Every time I come here, it is truly special. The warm welcome I receive every time I come here is incredible. I really appreciate it. I truly feel the love from the people. Once the tournament ends, the feeling I have is that I can't wait to come back here next year. I'm just trying to enjoy every time I come to New York, so thank you very much,” concluded a Carlos Alcaraz who enjoyed his return at the US Open like a little child.
 

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