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2026 US Open: Carlos Alcaraz authors straight-sets victory over Roman Safiullin in first singles match back

Alcaraz storms back with a straight‑sets win, but a lost first set and a wrist test hint the title defence isn’t smooth.

By · Published September 3, 2026 at 06:31 UTC · Updated September 3, 2026 at 07:24 UTC

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What happened

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Roman Safiullin in straight sets in his first singles match back at the 2026 US Open in New York, a result that clashes with other reports of an early set loss. Yahoo Sports highlighted the straight‑sets victory, while atptour.com noted Alcariz dropped the first set before cruising to the win. The New York Times framed the match as a test of his recovering wrist and overall game.

US Open Tennis listed the bout among five unforgettable moments, and Sky Sports provided live scores, commentary and updates on other players such as Katie Boulter and Jacob Fearnley as Alcaraz returned to action. The coverage also noted the match’s impact on the tournament’s early narrative. The wrist concern remains unresolved, and Alcaraz’s next round will reveal whether he can sustain the level needed to defend his US Open crown.

Upcoming matchups, not detailed in current reports, will test the durability of his recovery. Monitoring his performance in subsequent rounds will indicate if the early momentum translates into a successful title defence.

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Questions people are asking

What was the result of Alcaraz’s first singles match back at the 2026 US Open?

He defeated Roman Safiullin in straight sets.

Which outlet described the match as a test of Alcaraz’s wrist?

The New York Times.

What does atptour.com say about Alcaraz’s performance in that match?

It reports he dropped the first set before cruising to the win, framing it as part of his title defence.

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Carlos Alcaraz Roman Safiullin US Open 2026 title defence wrist test

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