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Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the third round of the US Open 2026 after defeating Jaime Faria 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2. The Spaniard said he adjusted his tactics after the opening set by focusing on longer rallies and patience. Alcaraz also praised the energy of the Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd ahead of his next match against Wu Yibing.

US Open defending champion Carlos Alcaraz continued his strong start to the 2026 edition, overcoming Jaime Faria 4-6, 6-0, 6-3, 6-2 in the second round of the men’s singles. Speaking after the win in an interview shared by JioStar, Alcaraz discussed his recovery after the first set, the tactical changes he made, and his experience of playing at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Speaking after the win in an interview shared by JioStar

Carlos Alcaraz reflected on what went wrong for him in the first set and how he turned the match around thereafter:

“The first set was a little bit about adjustment for me. I would say I was playing well. I had a great point, but I think I did everything in a rush, playing short points. But I had to do the complete opposite. I needed to play long rallies, be patient over the first two or three shots, and after that, go for the point. So, I just made that mistake in the first set, and after that, I realised what I had to do in the match, and everything went well.”