In a tense moment at the US Open training session, Spanish tennis player Carlos Alcaraz caused a stir among fans as he made an unnatural movement with his right ankle while hitting backhands with Argentine Francisco Cerundolo.
The incident led to Alcaraz immediately halting his practice and consulting with his team about the issue. Ultimately, it was decided by mutual agreement to end the training prematurely as a precaution. Fortunately, reports indicate that the sprain to his right ankle is not serious and there is no major concern from the staff or the player himself.
Despite the minor setback, Alcaraz is still expected to attend the press conference and compete in the US Open without any significant risk to his participation. This is a relief for Alcaraz, especially considering it is the same ankle that troubled him earlier this year at the tournament in Rio de Janeiro.
Following his defeat in the final of the Olympic tournament in Paris and an early exit in Cincinnati, Alcaraz is eager to make a splash at the US Open. He aims to replicate his success from 2022 when he clinched his first Grand Slam title by defeating Casper Ruud. Seeded number 3 in the tournament, Alcaraz finds himself in the same half of the draw as Jannik Sinner, setting up a potential rematch from Roland Garros in the semifinals.
As fans eagerly await his debut match against Australian Li Tu on Tuesday 27 August, all eyes are on Alcaraz as he looks to navigate through the challenging US Open draw with determination and resilience. Stay tuned for more updates on the Spanish sensation’s journey at this year’s tournament.
