Carlos Alcaraz, the two-time defending French Open champion, is facing uncertainty over his participation in the upcoming Grand Slam due to a wrist injury. The world's second-ranked player will undergo medical tests in the coming days to determine the extent of the injury. Alcaraz expressed his concerns after being named Sportsman of the Year at the Laureus awards, stating that the next medical test would be crucial in deciding his future in the tournament. The 22-year-old Spaniard withdrew from the Madrid Open and is awaiting the results of his tests to plan his next move.
Meanwhile, Aryna Sabalenka was honored as Sportswoman of the Year, joining an illustrious list of past winners, including Jennifer Capriati, Justine Henin, and Serena Williams.