Madrid Open 2026: Alcaraz joins Djokovic in withdrawal ahead of tournament
Key Questions
Why did Carlos Alcaraz withdraw from the Madrid Open?
Carlos Alcaraz withdrew due to a wrist and forearm injury sustained after Barcelona. He shared a disappointing update confirming his decision to skip the tournament. As a three-time champion, his last win there was in 2019.
What injury prompted Novak Djokovic's withdrawal from the Madrid Open?
Novak Djokovic pulled out due to ongoing recovery, possibly related to a shoulder injury. He joins Alcaraz in missing the event ahead of the tournament. Djokovic was set to compete but prioritized recovery.
Who becomes the favorite for the Madrid Open with these withdrawals?
Jannik Sinner is positioned as the favorite and has locked in the No. 1 ranking. The withdrawals clear his path to the French Open. This intensifies focus on the ATP clay Masters amid top player injuries.
What is Carlos Alcaraz's record this year after the Australian Open final?
Alcaraz has a 7-2 record year-to-date following the AO final. His withdrawal impacts his clay season preparation. He remains a key figure despite the setback.
What did Carlos Alcaraz say about abandoning the Madrid Open?
Alcaraz shared a message expressing disappointment over his injury-forced withdrawal. He joins Djokovic in missing the Mutua Madrid Open. The Spaniard cited his wrist/forearm issue post-Barcelona.
Alcaraz WD from Madrid (wrist/forearm injury post-Barcelona/PC quotes) joins Djoko WD (ongoing recovery, shoulder?), 3x champ last won 2019, 7-2 YTD post-AO final. Positions Sinner as favorite/No.1 lock/RG path; intensifies ATP clay Masters focus amid top injuries.