Alcaraz Withdraws from Barcelona Open Due to Wrist Injury

World-class tennis player Carlos Alcaraz has been forced to withdraw from the Barcelona Open due to a severe wrist injury. Alcaraz initially won his opening match against Otto Virtanen but began experiencing wrist pain and underwent medical treatment. Despite needing to win the tournament to reclaim the world No 1 ranking, Alcaraz announced his withdrawal after a medical test revealed a more serious injury than anticipated. The two-time Barcelona champion expressed disappointment, stating that he must prioritize his health to avoid long-term damage. Alcaraz's withdrawal has significant implications for his upcoming tournaments, including the French Open, which he won last year. Meanwhile, British No 1 Cameron Norrie secured a spot in the quarter-finals after a challenging match against Ethan Quinn, while Katie Boulter progressed to the last eight in the Open de Rouen. Iga Swiatek also advanced to the quarter-finals in the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, marking her first match with new coach Francisco Roig.