Worrying Carlos Alcaraz injury update as fears raised by doctors over future | Tennis | Sport

Fears are growing that Carlos Alcaraz’s wrist injury could sideline him for the rest of the season after his withdrawal from Wimbledon. The seven-time Grand Slam champion announced he would not be appearing at SW19 in June as he “wasn’t ready to compete.”

Spanish media has now delved into the alarming details surrounding Alcaraz’s injury, which threatens to completely derail his 2026 campaign. Punto de Break reported that Carlos and his team of doctors “don’t know the answer” to the issue and the star has a “very bleak outlook” towards the rest of the season.

Mundo Deportivo claims Alcaraz is suffering from “De Quervain’s tenosynovitis,” an inflammation of the tendon in his thumb that can cause “limited function.” This condition is prevalent among tennis players and is typically caused by “repetitive movement.”

Catalan media outlet Sport agreed with this diagnosis, stating that the problem “carries a high risk of relapse,” suggesting he could be waving goodbye to the remainder of the 2026 season. However, Alcaraz’s own comments indicate this may not be the case, with a potential return ahead of the US Open in August still on the cards.

Punto de Break took a different view, suggesting the young tennis star should be “patient” and prioritise his long-term health over chasing tournament victories.

Alcaraz kicked off the 2026 season in stunning fashion, claiming his maiden Australian Open crown and etching his name in history as the youngest male player to complete the career Grand Slam. He had been eyeing further glory, but will now be sidelined for the entirety of both the clay and grass-court seasons.

The 23-year-old looks set to slip down the world rankings as rival Jannik Sinner, who unseated him at the men’s world number one in April, takes full advantage of his absence. Alcaraz withdrew from the French Open and offered a telling insight into his mindset, making clear that his priority is preserving his long-term future in the sport.

He said: “I have a very long career ahead of me, with many years still to come. Forcing things at this Roland Garros could really harm me for future tournaments.”