MADRID – Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is uncertain about his participation within the French Open as a consequence of a proper wrist harm.
He stated on Monday that medical assessments within the subsequent few days will decide whether or not Alcaraz will be capable of compete within the Grand Slam match in a month’s time.
When requested if he would play, he stated, “We’ll see.” The Spaniard attended the Laureus Trophy in Madrid together with his proper wrist tied. He withdrew from final week’s Madrid Open.
“The subsequent (medical) assessments might be essential,” the seven-time Grand Slam champion informed Spanish tv station TVE.
“We’re attempting to do all the things we are able to to verify this take a look at goes effectively. We’re attempting to be very affected person. However he is in good condition and we’re simply ready slightly bit. We’ll do some assessments over the following few days after which we’ll see how the harm is and what the following steps are.”
Alcaraz, who’s ranked second within the rankings, withdrew from the sport in Barcelona a day after present process remedy on his wrist in the course of the opening match, a 6-4, 6-2 win towards Otto Virtanen.
Madrid’s subsequent match is the Italian Open, which he received final yr.
“The times have been slightly too lengthy thus far, however I have been attempting to remain optimistic and upbeat,” stated the 22-year-old Alcaraz, who obtained the Laureus Sportsman of the 12 months award on Monday.
