Carlos Alcaraz's return to the US Open

When you are away from the slopes for so long, you return with a logical concern. Training can never even come close to returning to competition, even less so when this will occur as a defender of the title at the United States Open. Carlos Alcaraz cannot close his ears and isolate himself from the formidable interest generated by his return to tennis, but I am sure that he will know how to manage expectations and be guided by his own roadmap. You will know how to adapt your body and mind progressively, without setting big goals from the start.

All fans are in luck, because tennis was missing the genuine spark that only he can provide. It's a shame that his return coincides this time with the loss of Jannik Sinner, who has not been able to overcome his knee problems. We will have to wait to enjoy again that direct rivalry that they have had for several seasons.

I was surprised that Alcaraz had not decided to shoot previously in some other tournament. His brilliant career is still very short and it is the first time he has faced a situation like this. It would be different if something similar had happened to Djokovic or Zverev, seasoned tennis players who already know what it is like to go through that ordeal.

Despite everything, Carlos is far superior to most of the players on the circuit and it is normal that we see him in the second week of the tournament. When more demanding rivals arrive, they will have to refine their decision-making and when it comes to managing their nerves, look for the certainties that are only obtained in competition.