Alcaraz explains his injury and is optimistic for Roland Garros

Fernando Murciego | 24 Apr 2025 | 13.10

Carlos Alcaraz, out in Madrid. Source: Getty

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What was an open secret ended up becoming official. Carlos Alcaraz, in the press conference offered this Thursday from the Mutua Madrid Open, announced that he will not compete in the tournament after having suffered an injury in Barcelona from which he has not been able to recover. Considering that there are still upcoming events, the player from Murcia chooses to take a short break and face the end of the clay court season in a completely optimal physical condition. These were his words when revealing the sad news.

His absence in Madrid

“In the Barcelona final, I felt a pain in the right adductor, but I also felt something in the left ischium. On Tuesday, I underwent tests, and I was evaluating with my team and the doctors to see if I was really in conditions to train and play without risk. I have done everything possible, everything within my reach to make it happen, but ultimately, things have not improved much. You have to listen to your body, even though Madrid is a place where I look forward to coming and playing every year, this time things haven’t worked out. The decision we have made is not to take risks for the future, we believe it is the right decision; now it's time to rest and recover as soon as possible”.

Upcoming plans

“On Monday, I will undergo another test to see how everything has evolved; then we will evaluate what to do in the upcoming days, how my body is. In a couple of weeks, I will start training again, gradually; I don't want to get ahead of myself or take anything for granted. We will definitely be at Roland Garros and will also try to be in Rome, that’s the goal”.

Different injury than in 2024

“I am less worried than last year; in 2024, there were more doubts, I didn’t know when I could hit the ball well because of the forearm issue. I have experienced this current injury before, I know the timelines, and I know how to treat it. I am confident that I will come back stronger, so hopefully, things will turn out like last year. I am sure this will recover as soon as possible, I am not concerned”.

Optimistic in the face of difficulties

“You have to accept things as they come; I am learning from certain situations I am experiencing, and I manage them better each time. I am a positive person, even though it is sometimes difficult. I always come back stronger from injuries, with more enthusiasm; that's what I focus on. Sometimes challenging times come, but you have to move forward and progress, always thinking about what lies ahead in the future”.

“My Way”, the title of his documentary

“My way is different from others. I believe it is evident in the documentary, in aspects where we might have different opinions, whether with Juan Carlos or another team member. I want to do it my way: if I succeed, great, and if I don’t, that’s fine too. The calendar is demanding; that's what we have to deal with. I will continue to think that I can achieve it my way; we will see in the future if things change, but for now, I will follow this path”.

Sadness for missing Madrid

“Madrid is a very special tournament, the one I am most excited to play, in front of my people; it was always one of the first tournaments I came to watch when I was young... it bothers me not to play here; these types of decisions are not easy, but sometimes you have to look out for yourself, your health, and what is best for you. Madrid is one of my favorite tournaments, but a Grand Slam is a Grand Slam; you always have to consider the risk and benefit. It’s better to do this than to be out of action for months; you have to know how to make these kinds of decisions”.

A message to the fans

“The decision is tough, for me and the fans. It hurts not to play in front of my people; it's something I can only do in Barcelona and here, it's a big blow. I can only tell them that I will do everything possible so that next year they can enjoy my tennis; I always do my best to arrive in good shape for this tour, just as I enjoy their warmth and affection. My victories are also theirs because they support me in difficult times. It bothers me that this year they cannot enjoy my tennis, but God willing, I have many years ahead to play here”.

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