Title: Carlos Alcaraz Provides Worrying Updates on His Injury Condition
Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz has delivered concerning news regarding his current physical condition, revealing that he will be unable to compete in the upcoming Barcelona Open due to injury. Alcaraz, who had been eagerly anticipated to participate in the tournament, expressed his disappointment in not being able to take part but felt it necessary to address the situation personally, citing the significance of the club in his life.
“I won’t be able to play in Barcelona, but I wanted to come and explain it in person because this club is a big part of my life,” Alcaraz stated.
Alcaraz recounted the origins of his injury, explaining that it first arose during a training session in Monte Carlo. Following an hour of practice, Alcaraz experienced significant discomfort in his forearm, prompting concern. Despite initially hoping it would not hinder his playing ability, he sought the advice of a physiotherapist and underwent further evaluation.
“I thought it wouldn’t be a big deal, but the physio and I looked at it,” Alcaraz explained.
Despite his efforts to manage the injury with patience and treatment, Alcaraz’s discomfort persisted, particularly when executing his forehand stroke. Subsequent tests revealed positive results, but the discomfort remained apparent during practice sessions, ultimately leading to the difficult decision to withdraw from the Barcelona Open.
“On Saturday I took tests. The images were positive, but on Sunday when hitting the forehand I noticed it every time, and as the intensity increased I noticed more discomfort,” Alcaraz elaborated.
Acknowledging the importance of the tournament to him, Alcaraz expressed his regret over being unable to compete but emphasized the necessity of prioritizing his health and recovery.
“And it was a difficult decision because the tournament is important to me. My feeling is not correct, but it is what it is,” Alcaraz admitted.
Looking ahead, Alcaraz remains uncertain about his immediate future in tennis, stating, “I have a little more margin, I have a goal of going to the Mutua Madrid Open but at the moment I am not clear at all.”
As Alcaraz navigates this setback, fans around the world await further updates on his condition and eagerly anticipate his return to the court.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
WWLWWWWWWW Ranked world no.3, the Spaniard played his last match on the 28th of March when he was defeated by world no.10 Grigor Dimitrov 6-2 6-4 in the quarter in Miami (draw).
During this season Carlos has managed to achieve a compiled 15-4 win-loss record. This year, Carlos conquered 1 title in Indian Wells.
Alcaraz will compete next in Rome Challenger (Rome Challenger). He will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 22nd of April.
