Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz knocked out of mixed doubles at the U.S. Open
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Key Points:
- Serena Williams returned to the U.S. Open after a four-year absence, teaming up with Carlos Alcaraz in mixed doubles, marking Alcaraz's first competitive play in four months due to injury.
- Williams and Alcaraz won their opening match but were eliminated in the mixed doubles quarterfinals by Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli in straight sets.
- Despite some vintage shots from Williams and initial nerves from Alcaraz, the duo was overpowered in the quarterfinals, with fans showing strong support throughout their matches.
- Williams, 44, does not plan to play singles but may consider competing in women’s doubles with her sister Venus, with whom she has won multiple Grand Slam titles.
- The mixed doubles event uses a shorter format with sets to four games and offers $1 million to the champions, aiming to attract top players, with the final played under traditional scoring.
