Overview
- Carlos Alcaraz, who appeared Monday at the Laureus gala in Madrid wearing a right‑wrist brace, called his next medical test “crucial” and would not confirm his start at Roland Garros.
- He injured the wrist during a Barcelona Open match against Tomas Machac, finished that win, then withdrew from the event and later pulled out of the Madrid Masters.
- Former player and Madrid Open director Feliciano López said it looks like wrist‑tendon inflammation and suggested Rome is unlikely, framing Paris as a hopeful target.
- Alcaraz said he will not force a comeback if it risks long‑term damage, stressing patience as he waits for examinations in the coming days to set his timetable.
- His absence from Madrid opens room for rival Jannik Sinner to add points, and any delay toward Rome or Paris raises the stakes on his title defense and season ranking.