Carlos Alcaraz's injury recovery prompts concerns amid Rusedski comparison to Nadal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Carlos Alcaraz continues to recover from a right wrist injury that has sidelined him for three months. His withdrawal from the Cincinnati tournament has raised concerns among fans and commentators about the severity of the injury, which is described as wrist tenosynovitis. Former British No. 1 Greg Rusedski expressed worries regarding the lack of information about Alcaraz's condition, suggesting it may require more than just rest. Rusedski compared the situation to Rafael Nadal's past injuries, emphasizing that wrist injuries are publicly evident during matches. Alcaraz is now expected to make his return at the US Open, starting on August 30.
- •Carlos Alcaraz withdrew from the Cincinnati tournament due to wrist injury recovery.
- •His diagnosis of wrist tenosynovitis has kept him off the tour for three months.
- •Greg Rusedski raises concerns about the hidden severity of Alcaraz's condition.
- •Rusedski compares Alcaraz's situation to Rafael Nadal's past injury challenges.
- •Alcaraz is expected to return for the US Open beginning on August 30.
- 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — ‘We’re Being Kept in the Dark’ — Carlos Alcaraz’s Injury Raises Concerns As Rusedski Draws Rafael Nadal Parallel
"Carlos Alcaraz’s three-month absence from the tour has left the tennis world searching for answers, with his right wrist injury and true condition remaining unclear, most recently after he withdrew from Cincinnati. Former British No.
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