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Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz to Partner for US Open Mixed Doubles

morning · · thread: Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from Cincinnati Open Due to Wrist Injury

3 sources across 3 countries · Brazil · Japan · Spain

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  • Folha de S.Paulo Brazil · Centre · Grupo Folha (Frias family)
  • The Japan Times Japan · Centre · News2u Holdings
  • El Pais Spain · Centre-left · Grupo PRISA

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Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz will compete together in the mixed doubles event at the US Open. The USTA announced the pairing on Saturday, noting that Williams and Alcaraz received one of three final invitations to the main draw. This marks the first time Williams has competed at the US Open since 2022, which was her final tournament before her retirement in June. Alcaraz is returning to competition after a four month absence due to a wrist injury.

The mixed doubles tournament will take place from August 24 to 26 at the National Tennis Center. Other notable participants include Aryna Sabalenka, Novak Djokovic, Iga Swiatek, and Casper Ruud. In contrast to Alcaraz's return, world number one Jannik Sinner announced he will not participate in the US Open due to a right knee injury.

While the reports are largely factual, the center left outlet emphasized Alcaraz's return to the court and his upcoming singles tournament, whereas the center outlets focused more on the historical significance of Williams' return and the broader tournament logistics.

How each side framed it

Centre-left
Framed the news around Carlos Alcaraz's recovery from injury and his return to competition.
Centre
Focused on the comprehensive details of the tournament, including other players and the specific scheduling of the mixed doubles event.

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