Carlos Alcaraz will not compete at the upcoming Rome Masters or Roland Garros due to a persistent wrist injury, the Spanish tennis star announced via social media on Friday, April 24, 2026. The decision follows medical evaluations conducted after his withdrawal from the Mutua Madrid Open and during his second-round match at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell-Trofeo Conde de Godó against Otto Virtanen.
Alcaraz shared the update in a statement posted to his X account, explaining that after reviewing today’s test results, he and his team determined it was most prudent to avoid competing in Rome and Paris to allow for proper recovery. “After the results of the tests carried out today, we have decided that the most prudent thing is to be cautious and not participate in Rome and Roland Garros,” Alcaraz wrote, adding that he remains “awaiting evaluation of the progression” to determine his return timeline.
The injury originated during his match against Virtanen in Barcelona, where Alcaraz was seen wearing a bandage on his right wrist. This followed his earlier withdrawal from the Madrid Open, where he had also been managing discomfort. The Murcia-born player had previously expressed uncertainty about his return date during the Laureus Awards ceremony in Madrid, noting that additional tests were needed to assess his condition after a period of rest.
Alcaraz’s absence represents a significant setback in his bid to defend the titles he won in both Rome and Paris last season. As the defending champion at Roland Garros, his withdrawal opens the draw for other contenders seeking to claim the clay-court Grand Slam title. Similarly, his non-participation in the Rome Masters affects the ATP Masters 1000 event’s field, where he had aimed to build momentum toward the French Open.
Despite the setback, Alcaraz emphasized a long-term perspective, stating that he is confident the cautious approach will yield stronger results in the future. “I am sure that we will come out stronger from here,” he remarked in his statement, reflecting on the difficulty of the moment while maintaining optimism about his recovery.
The player’s agent, Albert Molina, is expected to accompany him to the Paris Olympics later this summer, according to recent reports, though Alcaraz’s immediate focus remains on healing and determining an appropriate return to competition.
As the clay-court season progresses without one of its leading figures, attention shifts to how the absence affects the competitive landscape ahead of Roland Garros, which is scheduled to begin on May 18, 2026. Fans and analysts will monitor updates on Alcaraz’s condition through his official channels for any developments regarding his return to the tour.
Stay tuned to Archysport for continuing coverage of Carlos Alcaraz’s recovery and the evolving narrative of the 2026 clay-court season.
