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World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has addressed growing concerns surrounding Carlos Alcaraz and his potential absence from the French Open, as the Spaniard continues his recovery from injury.
Alcaraz, one of the sport’s brightest stars, is currently dealing with a wrist issue that has already forced him to withdraw from key clay-court events. With Roland-Garros fast approaching, uncertainty looms over his participation, raising questions about the tournament’s competitive landscape.
Injury setback raises concerns
The Spaniard’s injury troubles began shortly after his campaign at the Monte Carlo Masters, where he suffered a setback that disrupted his momentum. Despite starting strong at the Barcelona Open, Alcaraz was forced to pull out and later withdrew from the Madrid Open after realizing the severity of the issue.
Seen wearing a cast during a recent public appearance, the World No. 2 has made it clear that his priority lies in long-term fitness rather than rushing back prematurely.
“The next test is going to be crucial, so to speak. We’re trying to do everything we can so that test goes well, with patience.”
“We’re waiting a little bit there. We have tests coming in the next few days, and from there… well, we’ll see how the injury is and the steps to follow. For now, I’m trying to stay positive and upbeat, even though these days are dragging on,” he said.
Jannik Sinner’s honest take on rival’s absence
Amid the uncertainty, Sinner shared his perspective, emphasizing both concern and competitive desire. The Italian, who recently got the better of Carlos Alcaraz in Monte Carlo, acknowledged the importance of facing top opponents on the biggest stages.
“He is going through a difficult moment: we hope to see him again soon on the courts, maybe already in Rome. As a competitor, I hope he can also be there at Roland-Garros, because when you want to win, you want to do it by beating the best, and he is among them,” Jannik Sinner told Sky Sport.
Long-term focus over short-term return
Carlos Alcaraz himself remains cautious about rushing back, highlighting the risks involved in forcing a return too soon.
“We have a very long career ahead, many years to come; forcing myself in this Roland-Garros could harm me a lot for the future. So as I said, we’ll see how things go in the test and then we’ll decide based on that.”
As the clay season intensifies, all eyes will be on the Spaniard’s recovery timeline, with fans and rivals alike hoping for his return to full fitness ahead of Paris.
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