Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz to Compete Together at U.S. Open
Serena Williams will make her return to the U.S. Open playing mixed doubles with Carlos Alcaraz. The pair has been granted a wild card into the tournament, with the main draw beginning Tuesday. This marks Williams' first U.S. Open appearance…
Fort Myers Naples, FL, August 22, 2026 —
Tennis legends Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz are set to team up for the mixed doubles event at the upcoming U.S. Open. The formidable pair has received a wild card entry into the tournament, signaling Williams’ highly anticipated return to the Grand Slam stage.
The main draw of the U.S. Open is scheduled to commence on Tuesday. For Williams, this marks her first appearance at the U.S. Open since 2022, a tournament where she has achieved significant success throughout her illustrious career.
Alcaraz, the reigning U.S. Open singles champion, is also making his return to Flushing Meadows. He enters the tournament looking to defend his title, having recently recovered from a wrist injury. His participation in mixed doubles with Williams adds another layer of excitement to the event.
The collaboration between Williams, a multiple Grand Slam champion, and Alcaraz, a current star in men’s tennis, is expected to draw considerable attention from fans and media alike. The specifics regarding their mixed doubles draw and initial opponents were not provided in the summary.
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