Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Madrid Open due to injury

Carlos Alcaraz has officially withdrawn from the Madrid Open due to a right leg adductor injury sustained during his recent defeat in the Barcelona Open final against Holger Rune. The injury, which required medical attention during the match, has cast significant doubt on his participation in upcoming clay court events, including the Italian Open, and could affect his preparations for the French Open at Roland Garros. Alcaraz, who had recently won the Monte Carlo Masters and reached the Barcelona final, decided not to risk further injury and confirmed his withdrawal in a press conference. Multiple Spanish media outlets reported that he had not been able to train since the injury, underlining the severity of his condition. The decision is a major setback in his clay court season, as he was looking to defend his previous successes in Madrid and build momentum ahead of Roland Garros.