Alcaraz Returns to U.S. Open Court | Pro Tennis News

Carlos Alcaraz makes a high-stakes return to the U.S. Open after five months off with a wrist injury, aiming to defend his title and cement his status as the game’s top player—especially with Jannik Sinner sidelined. Facing Roman Safiullin in a mismatched opener, Alcaraz is a heavy -528 favorite, having beaten him straight sets at the Paris Olympics despite a prior win for Safiullin. With Alcaraz boasting a 22-3 record this year and a strong history at Flushing Meadows (including a shocking early exit last year), bettors are split between rooting for his dominance or hedging with a set handicap play. The total sits at 36.5 games, and while Safiullin’s Wimbledon run adds intrigue, the smart money leans on Alcaraz—even if he’s rusty, he’s still the man to beat. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1ef91b4579ae53df