Why tough US Open draw will be true test of Alcaraz's fitness
Carlos Alcaraz starts his US Open title defence against Russia's Roman Safiullin in the first serious examination of his fitness following a long-term wrist injury.
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Alexander Bublik is a Kazakhstani professional tennis player recognized for his unique style and shot-making ability.
Alexander Zverev is a German professional tennis player who recently won his first Grand Slam title at the French Open.
Arthur Fils is a young French tennis player hampered by injuries due to workload.
Aryna Sabalenka is a Belarusian tennis player who was defeated by Andreeva in the quarterfinals at Roland Garros.
American tennis player seeded fourth at Wimbledon 2026.
Camila Osorio is a Colombian professional tennis player.
Carlos Alcaraz is a Spanish professional tennis player who is considered one of the rising stars of the sport.
Elena Rybakina is a Kazakhstani professional tennis player and the 2022 Wimbledon champion.
Jannik Sinner is an Italian professional tennis player known for his powerful play and young talent.
Lorenzo Sonego is an Italian professional tennis player.
Mariano Navone is an Argentine professional tennis player.
Italian tennis player and 2021 Wimbledon finalist.
A Serbian professional tennis player and widely regarded as one of the greatest of all time.
Russian tennis player who has returned to competitive play after overcoming an injury.
Serena Williams is a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion returning to competitive tennis.
Sofia Kenin is an American professional tennis player and the 2020 Australian Open champion.
Stan Wawrinka is a three-time Grand Slam champion who is also retiring at the end of the season.
Thea Frodin is an American teenage wildcard who is competing in the US Open.
Tommy Paul is an American tennis player who competed against Francisco Cerundolo in the final at Queen's.
Venus Williams is a five-time Wimbledon singles champion and a prominent figure in women's tennis.
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Carlos Alcaraz starts his US Open title defence against Russia's Roman Safiullin in the first serious examination of his fitness following a long-term wrist injury.
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