Why tough US Open draw will be true test of Alcaraz's fitness

BBC Sport reports Carlos Alcaraz opens his US Open title defense against Russia's Roman Safiullin on Thursday. The match is the first serious test of his fitness since returning from a long-term wrist injury. Alcaraz, the defending champion, will be looking to prove he's fully recovered as he starts his campaign.

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