Overview
- Alcaraz confirmed late June that he will miss Wimbledon after suffering an inflamed tendon sheath in his right wrist at the Barcelona Open in April.
- The injury forced withdrawals from Madrid, Rome, Roland Garros and Queen’s Club and has kept the world No. 2 off the grass season.
- Recent trainer and social posts show measurable rehab progress, including light hitting, sprinting and reduced wrist bracing, but no official medical clearance has been given.
- Multiple insiders and analysts say the earliest plausible competitive return is the North American hard‑court swing, starting with the Canadian Open in early August, though that plan remains unconfirmed.
- Experts are split on long‑term impact: some say tendon‑sheath inflammation is often manageable, while coaches warn Alcaraz’s wrist‑intensive technique could require adjustment to avoid future problems, and his absence reshapes seedings and favorites at upcoming majors.