Carlos Alcaraz remains sidelined with wrist injury ahead of US Open
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 12:20 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Carlos Alcaraz has not played a competitive match since mid-April due to a wrist injury, missing both the French Open and Wimbledon. He has withdrawn from the upcoming Cincinnati Open, casting doubt on his ability to defend his US Open title next month. Alcaraz is dealing with tenosynovitis, a condition causing inflammation that can lead to long recovery times. His return to competitive play may not happen for several more weeks as he continues to train cautiously.
- •Alcaraz last competed in mid-April and has been out for 114 days.
- •He is suffering from tenosynovitis, affecting his wrist's recovery.
- •The Spaniard has missed key tournaments, including the French Open and Wimbledon.
- •His withdrawal from Cincinnati raises questions about his US Open readiness.
- •Wrist injuries can severely impact a player's performance and longevity.
- 12:20 PMYahoo Sports — 114 days and counting - how damaging is Alcaraz's wrist injury?
- 12:14 PMBBC Sport — 114 days and counting - how damaging is Alcaraz's wrist injury?
"BBC Sport analyses Carlos Alcaraz's ongoing absence from tennis and why wrist injuries are so difficult to manage.
"BBC Sport analyses Carlos Alcaraz's ongoing absence from tennis and why wrist injuries are so difficult to manage.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 6, 2026, 12:20 PM114 days and counting - how damaging is Alcaraz's wrist injury?
BBC Sport analyses Carlos Alcaraz's ongoing absence from tennis and why wrist injuries are so difficult to manage.
- BBC SportAug 6, 2026, 12:14 PM114 days and counting - how damaging is Alcaraz's wrist injury?
BBC Sport analyses Carlos Alcaraz's ongoing absence from tennis and why wrist injuries are so difficult to manage.
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