Alcaraz Withdraws from Barcelona Open Due to Wrist Injury

Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of the Barcelona Open due to a wrist injury that proved more severe than initially anticipated. The Spanish tennis player, who was aiming to reclaim the world's top ranking, won his first match but struggled with wrist pain and was scheduled to face Tomas Machac in the second round. Following a medical examination, Alcaraz decided to withdraw from the tournament to avoid further aggravating the injury. He had only recently returned to competition after losing the Monte-Carlo Masters final to Jannik Sinner. Alcaraz expressed his disappointment, stating that he had to prioritize his health and recovery to avoid long-term damage. The injury may impact his preparation for the upcoming French Open, where he is set to defend his title. Meanwhile, other tennis players, including Cameron Norrie and Katie Boulter, have advanced to the quarter-finals in their respective tournaments. Novak Djokovic has also announced his return to action at the Mutua Madrid Open, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Tennis.