Ouch! Carlos Alcaraz Drops out of Madrid Open Due to Leg Injuries
Tennis player Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Madrid Open owing to leg ailments
Yikes, prepare yourself sports fans! Superstar tennis player, Carlos Alcaraz, has sadly pulled out of the 2025 Madrid Open due to lingering lower leg issues and a separate injury to his left thigh. Bummer for local tennis enthusiasts and tournament organizers, as Alcaraz has become a household name in the Spanish tennis scene, having won the Madrid Open in both 2022 and 2023.
Now, this Spanish maestro has got fans on edge. The third-ranked player in the world suffered injuries during the Barcelona Open final against Holger Rune, requiring on-court treatment to his upper right leg, and more trouble with his left thigh [1][2][4]. Alcaraz missed practice sessions in Madrid earlier this week as he awaited the outcomes of medical tests. But despite initially feeling "fine," he couldn't shake off these persistent pains, leading to his decision to scrap the Madrid Open and concentrate on recovery [1][2][4].
With Alcaraz out of the competition, home supporters will be left missing out on seeing their hero strut his stuff at the Caja Mágica. The event's exciting atmosphere would have provided the perfect setting for Alcaraz to face off against fellow big-hitters like Novak Djokovic in the same half of the draw [3]. Now, the tournament is left praying for a speedy recovery for their beloved Spanish phenom, not just for the Madrid Open, but also for the French Open next month.
Alcaraz, the 21-year-old sensation, has been on a roll this season, boasting an impressive 24-5 win-loss record, with titles in Monte Carlo on clay and Rotterdam on hard court [3]. His recent loss to Rune in the Barcelona Open final has abruptly ended his remarkable nine-game winning streak and sent shockwaves throughout the tennis world. With withdrawals from tournaments becoming more frequent due to demanding schedules and depleted recovery time, one can only hope Alcaraz can get his mojo back in time for the French Open [1][4].
With every cloud comes a silver lining, though. Alcaraz is keen to return for the Italian Open in Rome, so tennis fans can still catch a glimpse of this promising young talent before the French Open next month. Watch this space, as the tennis world awaits Alcaraz’s return to the court, hoping he’ll be back better than ever!
- Leg injuries prompt Alcaraz to drop out of Madrid Open - BBC Sport
- Carlos Alcaraz suffers injury setback; withdraws from Mutua Madrid Open 2025 - ESPN.com
- Madrid Open preparation: Alcaraz to face Djokovic in the same half of the draw - Tennis World USA
- Alcaraz withdraws from Madrid Open and targets the French Open 2025 - Tennis Magazine
- Amid the setback, Carlos Alcaraz plans to focus on recovery and missed the 2025 Madrid Open.
- The ATP tennis world is keeping a keen eye on Carlos Alcaraz's recovery, wishing for his return to the court.
- Despite the Madrid Open loss, Carlos Alcaraz demonstrated impressive wins in Monte Carlo and Rotterdam.
- Finance for Carlos Alcaraz's DeFi investments may take a hit due to his withdrawal from the 2025 Madrid Open.
- As Carlos Alcaraz recovers, the sports market awaits his return to the tennis scene in Rome, before the French Open in 2025.
