April 20, 2026
MADRID – Carlos Alcaraz, the reigning champion of the last two Madrid Open tournaments, is facing uncertainty regarding his participation in the upcoming French Open due to a right wrist injury. The young Spaniard revealed on Monday that he underwent medical evaluations and will undergo additional tests in the coming days to assess the severity of the injury.
While attending the Laureus Awards in Madrid, Alcaraz was seen with his right wrist immobilized, an indication of the concern surrounding his condition. He had recently withdrawn from the Madrid Open, further raising questions about his readiness for the Grand Slam event scheduled for next month.
“I’m just trying to remain patient and optimistic,” said the World No. 2, who has claimed seven Grand Slam titles thus far in his career. “The next set of tests will be crucial. We must wait and see how it goes, and then we can determine the way forward.”
Alcaraz had previously pulled out of the Barcelona tournament shortly after having his wrist treated during his first-round match, where he secured a straight-sets victory over Otto Virtanen. His focus now shifts to recovery as he aims to compete in the Italian Open next, a tournament he successfully clinched in the previous year.
Despite the unsettling nature of the situation, the 22-year-old maintains a positive outlook. “I’m trying to keep my spirits up, even though these days feel prolonged,” he commented. “Today, I was honored as the world sportsman of the year at the Laureus, which is a great highlight during a tough period for me.”
As Alcaraz navigates through this challenging time, tennis fans and analysts alike are keenly awaiting updates on his health, marking the dynamic athlete’s journey leading up to one of the sport’s most prestigious events.
