Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from Cincinnati Open

Alcaraz withdraws from Cincinnati Open, costing him ranking points and dropping him from world No.2 (overtaken by Zverev). Lingering wrist issues despite coach Macci saying 100%. Missed French Open and Wimbledon due to wrist. Detailed analysis of tenosynovitis injury with expert quotes explains recovery challenges. Steve Johnson expressed cautious optimism about US Open chances, warning against rushing. US Open defence in doubt. Potential Winston-Salem return mentioned.