Carlos Alcaraz has confirmed his partnership with Emma Raducanu for the upcoming mixed doubles tournament at the US Open. Despite initial uncertainties, the duo is set to compete in the event scheduled a week before the main tournament.
Alcaraz, fresh from his recent Cincinnati Open appearance where his opponent retired due to illness, swiftly made the 600-mile journey to New York alongside Iga Swiatek to prepare for the doubles tournament.
Expressing his excitement for the mixed doubles event, Alcaraz mentioned that although the scheduling was not ideal, he is looking forward to the new experience of playing with Raducanu. The pair is scheduled to face Jack Draper and Jessica Pegula in their opening match at 7pm on Tuesday.
Alcaraz humorously hinted that Raducanu would be leading the way in their doubles partnership, emphasizing their long-standing relationship and shared enthusiasm for the tournament. Following the mixed doubles competition, both players will shift their focus to their respective singles campaigns at the US Open.
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