Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from Barcelona Open Due to Wrist Injury
April 15, 2026
In a disappointing turn of events for fans and the tennis community alike, Carlos Alcaraz has officially withdrawn from the Barcelona Open, citing concerns over a wrist injury. The world No. 2 sustained the issue during his match against Otto Virtanen, where he achieved a convincing 6-4, 6-2 victory.
The announcement came after Alcaraz underwent scans on his right wrist following the match, leading to his decision to pull out of the tournament. During the match, he had requested a medical timeout late in the first set to address the discomfort, receiving tape on his wrist.
In a statement to the media, Alcaraz explained, “These are discomforts that come from the limited recovery time I’ve had with some movements that are not typical. I approached the second set feeling calmer. My physio, Juanjo, will assess me, but I’ve experienced these discomforts before, and fortunately, they haven’t worsened.”
Alcaraz arrived in Barcelona with high hopes, looking to add a third title at this event to his already impressive collection, which includes wins at the Roland Garros, US Open, and Australian Open. He was on a remarkable streak of seven consecutive finals on clay, and a win at the Barcelona Open would have allowed him to reclaim the world No. 1 ranking from rival Jannik Sinner.
However, this injury has compelled Alcaraz to prioritize his recovery in preparation for the upcoming title defenses in Rome and Roland Garros. Fans and analysts alike will be eagerly watching to see how this young star recuperates and what this means for his performance in the major tournaments ahead.
