Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from Barcelona Open Due to Forearm Injury
Uncertain Return for Young Tennis Star
Alcaraz Cites Mystery Injury as Reason for Pullout
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Carlos Alcaraz, the rising star of tennis, has withdrawn from the Barcelona Open on Sunday due to an undisclosed injury in his right forearm. The young Spaniard, who is currently ranked No. 1 in the world, had been scheduled to face Lorenzo Musetti in the second round of the tournament.
Alcaraz has been struggling with the injury for some time, but the exact nature of the problem remains unknown. He has undergone several medical examinations and treatments, but the cause of the pain and discomfort has yet to be determined.
The withdrawal from the Barcelona Open is a major setback for Alcaraz, who has been in excellent form this year. He has won three titles in 2024, including the Australian Open and the Miami Open. He is also the reigning US Open champion.
It is unclear when Alcaraz will be able to return to competition. He is expected to undergo further medical tests in the coming days to determine the extent of the injury and to formulate a recovery plan.
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