# Concerns rise for Alcaraz's US Open title defense after another withdrawal

Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of another tournament, fueling doubts about his readiness to defend his US Open title. The repeated withdrawals raise questions about his fitness and form ahead of the year's final Grand Slam. This matters because Alcaraz is a top contender, and his potential absence would reshape the men's draw.

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- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/aug/05/carlos-alcaraz-injury-us-open-defence-cincinnati-masters-1000) — Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:45:07 GMT