Alcaraz returns to Vienna Open, opens against Karen Khachanov
The gist
Spanish tennis player Carlos Alcaraz faces Karen Khachanov in his Vienna Open first round.
It is his first Vienna appearance since 2021, chasing a 28th title.
How it unfolded
- 2021Alcaraz reached the Vienna semi-finals on his debut, losing to Alexander Zverev after beating Dan Evans, Andy Murray and Matteo Berrettini.
- Apr 2026A wrist problem kept Alcaraz out of Roland Garros and Wimbledon.
- Apr 12, 2026Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner played the Monte Carlo Masters final, their only match of 2026.