Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz to Play US Open Mixed Doubles
· Sports · CBS News, Sportstar, BBC Sport
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz have received a wild card entry to compete together in mixed doubles at the upcoming US Open. The U.S. Tennis Association announced the pairing on Saturday ahead of the main draw beginning Tuesday in New York. This marks Williams' first appearance at the tournament since 2022, following her return to tennis this summer. Alcaraz is also returning to defend his US Open singles title after recovering from a right wrist injury that sidelined him since April.
Why it matters
The star-studded pairing brings immense global attention to the US Open mixed doubles draw and marks a major milestone in Williams' ongoing tennis comeback.
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