Two-time Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz has announced his withdrawal from this year's Wimbledon due to a wrist injury. The 23-year-old Spaniard, who won the title in 2023 and 2024 before losing to Jannik Sinner in last year's final, has been struggling with a wrist issue that already forced him to pull out of the French Open.
Alcaraz's Statement
On Tuesday, Alcaraz confirmed he would not participate at the All England Club this year. In a post on his official X account, he said: "My recovery is going well and I feel much better, but unfortunately I'm still not ready to be able to play, and that's why I have to withdraw from the grass-court swing at Queen's and Wimbledon. They are two really special tournaments for me and I'll miss them a lot. We keep working to return as soon as possible!"
Impact on Grass-Court Season
Alcaraz's withdrawal from both the Queen's Club Championships and Wimbledon is a significant blow to the grass-court season. The world number three had been a fan favourite at SW19, where he captured his first Wimbledon title in 2023 in a thrilling five-set final against Novak Djokovic. He successfully defended his crown in 2024 but fell short in the 2025 final to Jannik Sinner.
The injury has been a persistent issue for Alcaraz, who has been managing it for several weeks. His absence from the French Open earlier this year raised concerns, and now his withdrawal from the grass-court events confirms that the injury requires more time to heal.
Fans and pundits alike will be hoping for a speedy recovery, as Alcaraz is one of the most exciting talents in tennis. His powerful groundstrokes and athleticism have made him a formidable opponent on all surfaces, and his presence will be missed at Wimbledon.
As the tennis world turns its attention to the grass-court season, Alcaraz's absence opens up opportunities for other players. Defending champion Jannik Sinner will be looking to retain his title, while veterans like Novak Djokovic and emerging stars will vie for the championship.
Alcaraz's team has not provided a timeline for his return, but the priority is clearly on full recovery. The Spaniard is expected to be back in action for the hard-court season later this summer.
