Carlos Alcaraz’s Wrist Fully Healed, Targets Cincinnati Return

Carlos Alcaraz’s right wrist is **completely healed**, according to a report from *La Verdad* published on 14 July 2026. The 23-year-old Spaniard is now targeting a return at the Cincinnati Open (13-23 August), the key hardcourt warm-up to the U.S. Open.

What happened?

Alcaraz has been sidelined since April with the wrist injury, which forced him to skip both Roland Garros and Wimbledon. His absence reshaped the tour: Jannik Sinner defended his Wimbledon title while Alexander Zverev claimed his first major at Roland Garros-both without facing Alcaraz.

Why it matters for Carlos Alcaraz

The return would add urgency to the U.S. Open race. Alcaraz, the defending champion in New York, has already won seven Grand Slam titles and completed the career Slam at the Australian Open in January. His comeback would test Sinner’s current status as the world No. 1.

John McEnroe called for Alcaraz’s swift return on ESPN after Sinner’s Wimbledon win. “Now Carlos Alcaraz, get back here,” McEnroe said. Patrick McEnroe added: “We definitely need to get him healthy.”

What comes next?

If fit, Alcaraz could team up with Serena Williams in Mixed Doubles at the U.S. Open. His ranking has slipped to No. 3 during his absence, while Sinner and Zverev have surged to the top two spots.

Alcaraz and Sinner have combined to win 10 of the last 11 majors. A healthy Alcaraz would make the final Slam of the summer a far tougher challenge for the Italian.