
Carlos Alcaraz successfully returned to the US Open after a four-month injury layoff, defeating his qualifier opponent in straight sets to advance in the tournament.
The Spanish tennis star, who had been sidelined with a wrist injury, expressed relief at playing pain-free, noting that he felt significant nerves during his opening match.
Alcaraz is now set to face his next opponent in the second round, aiming to regain his top form and compete for the Grand Slam title in New York.