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Carlos Alcaraz begins his US Open title defense Monday when he faces Roman Safiullin in a first-round men's singles match at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York. The match is scheduled for 1 p.m. ET.
The defending champion returns to Grand Slam singles competition after missing more than four months with a wrist injury that sidelined him for both the French Open and Wimbledon. Here's what to know about Alcaraz's first-round match, including start time, TV channel, streaming options and opponent information.
What time does Carlos Alcaraz play today?
Carlos Alcaraz is scheduled to face Roman Safiullin at 1 p.m. ET on Monday, Aug. 31, in the first round of the 2026 US Open.
Who is Carlos Alcaraz playing at the US Open today?
Alcaraz opens his US Open title defense against Roman Safiullin in a first-round men's singles match.
Carlos Alcaraz vs. Roman Safiullin: TV channel, streaming, how to watch
Carlos Alcaraz's first-round US Open match against Roman Safiullin will air as part of ESPN and ABC's US Open coverage. Fans can also stream US Open matches, including Alcaraz vs Safiullin, through ESPN+ and Fubo .
Stream the US Open on Fubo
Carlos Alcaraz injury update: Why hasn't he played since April?
Carlos Alcaraz has not played a singles match since April because of a right wrist injury. The injury forced him to miss both the French Open and Wimbledon before returning for this year's US Open.
Carlos Alcaraz vs Roman Safiullin prediction: Who is favored to win?
Carlos Alcaraz enters Monday's first-round US Open match as the clear favorite. BetMGM lists Alcaraz at -525 on the moneyline, compared with +360 for Roman Safiullin, signaling that oddsmakers expect the defending champion to advance to the second round.
US Open schedule: When is the US Open tennis tournament?
The 2026 US Open began Aug. 30 and runs through Sept. 13 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City.
Lori Comstock is a New Jersey-based reporter covering trending news with USA TODAY Network's Mid-Atlantic Connect Team . She covers news in the Northeast, including New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Reach her at [email protected] .
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