During his third-round match at the U.S. Open on Friday, September 4, 2026, Carlos Alcaraz removed his shirt after defeating Yibing Wu. The moment, captured on camera, showed Alcaraz interacting with the crowd, which responded with cheers. The broadcast commentary noted Alcaraz's awareness of his impact on the audience.
Commentators observed that Alcaraz "takes his sweet time" with such gestures, suggesting he is aware of the attention he garnSweaters. The incident occurred at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, Queens.
Alcaraz, ranked among the top five players, was set to face Tommy Paul in the Round of 16 on Sunday afternoon. The match is a key step as Alcaraz aims to advance further in the tournament.