World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from major tournaments, including Roland Garros, after a wrist injury sidelined him. With the tennis season continuing without him, the spotlight shifts from his form to his mental resilience as he begins recovery. Fans now watch whether he can confront doubt and return at full strength amid a field eager to capitalize on his absence.
Carlos Alcaraz’s bid for a French Open three-peat has suffered a major blow after a wrist injury flared during the first round of the Barcelona Open. Initial concerns grew after scans showed it was more serious than expected, prompting him to withdraw from Barcelona, then Madrid, and now skip the Rome Masters as well. The 22-year-old’s Paris hopes hang in doubt.
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