Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz to miss French Open due to wrist injury
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz has confirmed he will miss next month’s French Open due to an ongoing wrist injury.
The Spaniard captured his maiden Roland Garros title last year after a spectacular campaign.
However, persistent physical issues have severely disrupted his preparation for the gruelling clay-court major.
Devastating blow for the reigning champion
The talented right-hander has been battling the debilitating wrist problem throughout the recent European clay swing.
Medical staff have evidently advised the multiple Grand Slam winner to rest in order to avoid long-term damage.
His sudden withdrawal dramatically alters the landscape of the men’s singles draw in Paris.
Reshaping the Parisian draw
This latest setback adds to a frustrating list of recent physical complaints for the young superstar.
The absence of the explosive baseliner immediately leaves the upcoming tournament wide open for his closest rivals.
Tournament organisers must now readjust the top seedings ahead of the highly anticipated fortnight at Roland Garros.
