World-class tennis player Carlos Alcaraz has announced his withdrawal from the Barcelona Open, citing a right wrist injury as the reason. The decision comes after Alcaraz won his opening match against Otto Virtanen but experienced wrist pain, requiring medical attention.
Initially, it was thought that the injury was not severe, but further examination revealed it to be more serious than anticipated. Alcaraz expressed his disappointment, stating that he must prioritize his health and listen to his body to avoid any long-term damage. The injury may impact his preparation for the French Open title defense, which begins on May 24.
Meanwhile, other tennis players such as Cameron Norrie and Katie Boulter have advanced in their respective tournaments. Norrie booked his place in the quarter-finals in Barcelona, while Boulter progressed to the last eight at the Open de Rouen in France.
Additionally, Iga Swiatek secured a quarter-final berth at the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, marking her first match with new coach Francisco Roig. In other news, Novak Djokovic has announced his return to action at the Mutua Madrid Open, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Tennis from April 21 to May 3.