Alcaraz makes winning US Open return after injury: ‘I had more nerves than usual’

 Carlos Alcaraz returned to Grand Slam action with a straight-sets win over Roman Safiullin at the US Open, easing concerns about his wrist injury. The Spaniard said he felt completely pain-free and wants to enjoy the tournament. Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka also won her opener, while Novak Djokovic’s early exit and Jannik Sinner’s injury boost Alcaraz’s title chances. Carlos Alcaraz returned to Grand Slam action with a straight-sets win over Roman Safiullin at the US Open, easing concerns about his wrist injury. The Spaniard said he felt completely pain-free and wants to enjoy the tournament. Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka also won her opener, while Novak Djokovic’s early exit and Jannik Sinner’s injury boost Alcaraz’s title chances.