Key Takeaways
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Alcaraz defeats Jaime Faria 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2 to reach the third round
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Spaniard marks victory with his trademark bow-and-arrow celebration
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Match features 43 winners as Alcaraz recovers from a rusty start
A symbolic celebration
Carlos Alcaraz unleashed his bow-and-arrow gesture as the crowd rose to its feet, applauding his recovery from a shaky beginning. The celebration, now a signature of the defending champion, captured both his fighting spirit and the energy of the fans inside Flushing Meadows.
Overcoming early struggles
Returning from a four-and-a-half month wrist injury layoff, Alcaraz admitted he felt rusty in the opening set. He dropped it 4-6 before regaining control with a flawless second set. His aggressive play produced 43 winners, a reminder of his ability to dominate once he finds rhythm.
Confidence in his game
Alcaraz explained his mindset after the match. “I know once I step on the court, I just got to go for it every time. I got to feel normal. I have to hit like I was hitting before the injury, and let’s see what happens after that. I’m just feeling great. There is no reason to be afraid and not hitting normal,” he said, underlining his determination to trust his shots.
Looking ahead
With his fifth third-round appearance in six US Open campaigns, Alcaraz continues his title defense with confidence. The bow-and-arrow celebration symbolized not only his victory but also his readiness to aim higher as the tournament progresses.
Comemoração de hoje. pic.twitter.com/2T1A6axq8H
— Carlos Alcaraz Brasil (@carlosalcarazbr) September 3, 2026
ATP U.S. Open - Carlos Alcaraz's projected path
Alcaraz at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2026
Ranked world no.3, Alcaraz achieved a compiled 25-3 match record in 2026. Carlos is playing at the moment at the U.S. Open where he conquered the world no.99 Roman Safiullin 6-4 6-4 6-4 and the world no.72 Jaime Faria 4-6 6-0 6-3 6-2.
Carlos Alcaraz will come up against the world no.113 Yibing Wu in the 3rd round. Their current head to head is 1-0 for Alcaraz.
The Spaniard has won 2 titles in 2026 at the Australian Open and Doha.
Carlos won 27 titles in his career: 10 on hard courts, 11 on clay courts, 2 on indoor courts and 4 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
