Carlos Alcaraz made a triumphant return to the court at Roland Garros on Sunday, securing a convincing victory in his first-round match against J.J. Wolf. The 21-year-old Spaniard, who recently recovered from a right forehand injury, displayed a dominant performance, winning 6-1, 6-2, 6-1.
In a post-match interview, Alcaraz expressed his joy at being back on the court and competing again after a challenging month of recovery. He credited his hard work and preparation for his successful comeback, stating that he felt almost at 100% of his abilities.
Meanwhile, former world No. 1 Naomi Osaka also had a rollercoaster match in her first-round encounter against Lucia Bronzetti. The Japanese star, currently ranked 134th in the world, fought back from a set down to claim a hard-fought victory, marking her first major tournament win since 2022.
Osaka could potentially face the defending champion Iga Swiatek in the next round, setting up a thrilling matchup between two top players. The four-time major singles champion expressed her admiration for Swiatek, highlighting the honor of potentially facing her at Roland Garros.
In other matches, former major champions Jelena Ostapenko and Sofia Kenin advanced to the next round with impressive victories. The action-packed day also featured a showdown between veteran players Stan Wawrinka and Andy Murray, with Wawrinka emerging victorious in a straight-sets win.
As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more exciting matches and upsets at the French Open. Stay tuned for further updates on the thrilling tennis action unfolding at Roland Garros.