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Alcaraz news
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The gist
Carlos Alcaraz added an undershirt after his tank top revealed too much nipple. He next faces Tommy Paul in the US Open fourth round.
Background
Carlos Alcaraz is defending champion at the US Open, returning from a four-month wrist injury. His loose-fitting Nike tank top, a Travis Scott collaboration, kept slipping during his first two matches, prompting him to add an undershirt for modesty. He has advanced to the fourth round, where he will face American Tommy Paul.
How it unfolded
- Aug 31, 2026Alcaraz beat Roman Safiullin in the first round, showing no wrist issues.
- Sep 2, 2026Alcaraz dropped the first set but defeated Jaime Faria in the second round.
- Sep 4, 2026Alcaraz beat Wu Yibing in straight sets to reach the fourth round.
- Sep 5, 2026Alcaraz said he revealed 'too much nipple' and decided to wear an undershirt.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Alcaraz confirmed the decision to add the undershirt was entirely his own, saying he feels comfortable with another shirt.