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Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from French Open 2026 Due to Wrist Injury

World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz will miss the French Open 2026 due to a wrist injury sustained at the Barcelona Open. The 22-year-old two-time defending champion in Paris also withdraws from the Italian Open for recovery. Alcaraz, a seven-time Grand Slam champion, had a strong 2026 season with a 22-3 record and a Doha title. He aims to return fully fit after this setback.

Key Points: Carlos Alcaraz to Miss French Open 2026 with Wrist Injury

  • Alcaraz withdraws from French Open 2026 due to wrist injury
  • Injury sustained at Barcelona Open against Otto Virtanen
  • Two-time defending champion in Paris (2024, 2025)
  • Also misses Italian Open; recovery focus ahead
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Carlos Alcaraz to miss French Open 2026 due to wrist injury.

World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from French Open 2026 due to a wrist injury, ending his bid for a third consecutive Roland Garros title.

"This is a tough time for me, but I believe we will come back stronger. - Carlos Alcaraz"

New Delhi, April 24

Carlos Alcaraz will miss the upcoming French Open 2026 after confirming he is withdrawing due to a wrist injury. This is a significant setback for his chance to win a third consecutive title at Roland Garros.

The world No. 2 sustained the injury during his first-round match against Otto Virtanen at the Barcelona Open, which forced him to withdraw from that event shortly after. Recent medical tests have now ruled him out of both the Italian Open in Rome and the French Open.

"After the test results we got today, we have decided that the safest choice is to be careful and not participate in Rome or Roland Garros, while we evaluate the situation to figure out when I can get back on the court," Alcaraz said in a statement on Instagram. "This is a tough time for me, but I believe we will come back stronger."

The 22-year-old had already pulled out of the Madrid Open on April 17, raising concerns about his fitness as he approached the clay-court season. His absence from Roland Garros is particularly important given his recent success on clay.

Alcaraz, a seven-time Grand Slam champion, is a two-time defending champion in Paris, having won the title in 2024 and 2025. His 2025 victory was especially thrilling as he saved three championship points against Jannik Sinner in a dramatic final. Earlier this year, he also became the youngest man to achieve a career Grand Slam with his win at the Australian Open.

Despite this setback, Alcaraz has had a strong 2026 season, with a record of 22-3 and a title win in Doha. However, he fell from the top of the rankings after losing to Sinner in the Monte Carlo Masters final on April 12.

With the clay season now disrupted, Alcaraz's focus shifts to recovery. He aims to return fully fit and continue his rise in men's tennis.

- IANS

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Kavya N
Big blow for the French Open! 😔 His matches with Sinner last year were absolutely epic. That 2025 final where he saved three championship points was peak tennis. Now Sinner will be favorite, but it is a bit sad when the defending champ can't play. Get well soon, Carlitos! 🎾
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Michael C
I'm from the US and I watch tennis religiously. This is honestly frustrating timing. Alcaraz was playing the best tennis of his career in 2026 – 22-3 record, Doha title, pushed Sinner hard in Monte Carlo. The clay swing was supposed to be his time. I hope he doesn't rush back and make it worse. A healthy Alcaraz vs Sinner rivalry is what the sport needs.
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Arjun K
Not gonna lie, I am disappointed. I had booked tickets to watch the French Open final this year, hoping to see Alcaraz vs Sinner part 2. 😅 But injuries are part of sports. India's own tennis stars have faced similar issues, so I feel for him. Hopefully, he recovers fully and dominates for years to come. On the bright side, this gives other players like Rune and Ruud a good chance in Paris!
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Sarah B
Respect to Alcaraz for being cautious. Many players would play through the pain and make it worse. At 22, he has decades of tennis ahead. Look at what Nadal achieved after managing his body carefully. The wrist is a tricky injury for tennis – I remember Del Potro struggled with it. Smart move to sit out. Health > titles any day. 🙌
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