In a surprising turn of events, Carlos Alcaraz had to abruptly stop his training session just five minutes into practice ahead of his second match at the ATP Finals in Turin. The World No. 3 has been battling a persistent illness, which has significantly impacted his preparation for the tournament.
Alcaraz, who arrived in Turin already feeling under the weather, has been taking antibiotics for several days to manage his symptoms. However, his condition has not improved as expected. During his practice session on Tuesday, he experienced difficulty breathing and tightness in his chest, forcing him to cut the session short and return to his hotel to rest.
Despite his health struggles, Alcaraz remains determined to play against Andrey Rublev in his upcoming Group Stage match. His coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, mentioned that while Alcaraz is not at 100%, he is expected to take the court. The Spaniard’s resilience and determination are commendable, but his physical condition will undoubtedly be a challenge in the upcoming matches.
Fans and analysts alike are keeping a close eye on Alcaraz’s health, hoping he can recover in time to deliver his best performance at the ATP Finals. His next match against Rublev will be a true test of his endurance and ability to push through adversity.
As the tennis world watches, one thing is clear: Carlos Alcaraz’s journey at the ATP Finals is far from over, and his fans are rooting for a strong comeback despite the setbacks.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
Now the world no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 11th of November when he capitulated to world no.7 Casper Ruud 6-1 7-5 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
Currently, during this season Alcaraz owns an overall 52-12 match record. The Spaniard conquered 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Alcaraz got to the final in Paris.