Alcaraz feeling good after injury
Summary
Carlos Alcaraz says he feels better than expected after returning from a four-month wrist injury layoff at the U.S. Open, where he advanced to the fourth round. He plans to take more breaks in future seasons to stay mentally fresh and enjoy the game more.
Key Points
- Carlos Alcaraz returned to competition at the U.S. Open after missing four months with a right wrist injury.
- He beat Wu Yibing 6-3, 6-4, 6-1 to reach the fourth round.
- Alcaraz said future breaks would be for mental freshness rather than physical necessity.
- He wants to manage the long tennis season better so he can play with more joy and preparation.