Carlos Alcaraz, the reigning French Open champion, has announced his withdrawal from the tournament due to a wrist injury. The world's second-ranked player revealed the news on social media, stating that caution and further assessment are necessary before returning to the court. This decision means Alcaraz will not have the opportunity to defend his title at Roland Garros, which he won in a thrilling match against Jannik Sinner last year. Alcaraz's withdrawal from the French Open, as well as the Rome tournament, comes after he initially expressed hope of participating despite the injury.
However, the latest medical test results have confirmed that he will be unable to compete. This development opens the door for Sinner to potentially complete his career Grand Slam, having already won the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open. Sinner has expressed his sympathy for Alcaraz, wishing him a speedy recovery and acknowledging the significance of competing against the best players in the world.
The tennis community, including Sky Sports Tennis' Naomi Broady, has reacted with disappointment and concern for Alcaraz, recognizing the severity of the injury and its impact on his career.