Feeling Good in Return From Injury, Carlos Alcaraz Plans to Take More Long Breaks From Tennis
Carlos Alcaraz said longer breaks could help him stay mentally fresh after a four-month layoff and a straight-sets win over Wu Yibing.
- Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the Open fourth round on Friday with a 6-3, 6-4, 6-1 victory over Yibing in New York, returning after a four-month absence from a right wrist injury.
- Feeling better than expected after his four-month absence, Alcaraz reported no setbacks following matches. The 23-year-old said his body feels good and he has recovered well despite the intense schedule.
- Debuting a new look against Yibing, Alcaraz celebrated with an arrow-mimicking gesture. He joked about his wardrobe change, saying, "I could hide it for at least once match."
- Alcaraz intends to take more breaks during the season to stay mentally healthy and arrive at Grand Slams and Masters events well-prepared. He said breaks provide mental rather than physical benefits.
- Unlike many players, Alcaraz faces no major ranking or financial pressure to skip events. This advantage allows him to prioritize mental health and consistently prepare well for tournaments.
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Feeling good in return from injury, Carlos Alcaraz plans to take more
NEW YORK (AP) — Feeling better than he expected after a four-month absence, Carlos Alcaraz is planning to take more breaks during the tennis season. Alcaraz returned to play at the U.S. Open after being sidelined since
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Feeling good in return from injury, Carlos Alcaraz plans to take more long breaks from tennis
NEW YORK (AP) — Feeling better than he expected after a four-month absence, Carlos Alcaraz is planning to take more breaks during the tennis season.
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