Injured Alcaraz Withdraws From French Open
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[2026-04-25] Defending champion and world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz has confirmed he will miss Roland Garros due to a wrist injury. His withdrawal removes a leading title contender and ends his chance of a French Open three-peat, reshaping the men’s draw. Fellow top player Jannik Sinner has urged Alcaraz to prioritise full recovery over a quick return.
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- •Carlos Alcaraz is ranked world No. 2 in men's tennis at the time of his withdrawal.
- •Alcaraz was the defending Roland Garros champion after winning the French Open in 2024 and 2025.
- •Tournament organisers confirmed his withdrawal from the 2026 French Open on 24–25 April 2026 reports.
- •The reason given for Alcaraz’s withdrawal is a wrist injury, not an illness or suspension.
- •Alcaraz’s absence ends his attempt to win a third consecutive French Open title.
- •Jannik Sinner publicly advised Alcaraz not to rush his comeback from the wrist problem.
- •With Alcaraz out, other top seeds are expected to move up in the Roland Garros men’s draw.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Carlos Alcaraz’s wrist heals fully before the grass-court season He could return in time for Wimbledon, restoring one of the main title favourites there.
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Primary Sources (11)
WESTFrance24 - World (EN)Roland-Garros: defending champion Carlos Alcaraz forced to withdrawWESTABC News (AU) - Just InSinner urges Alcaraz not to rush back as injury ends French Open three-peat dreamRUInterfax (RU)Действующий победитель Roland Garros Алькарас пропустит турнир в этом годуRUKommersant (RU)Вторая ракетка мира Карлос Алькарас снялся с Roland Garros