“The strongest in the world”: Jannik Sinner breaks silence on Carlos Alcaraz injury as French Open doubts grow after Madrid withdrawal

The tennis world is watching closely as Carlos Alcaraz deals with a fresh injury concern. The Spanish star hurt his right wrist during the Barcelona Open and later pulled out of both the same event and the Madrid Open. Now, there is real doubt around his fitness for the Italian Open and even the French Open. Fans are waiting for updates, but the uncertainty is growing with each passing day.

Amid this situation, Jannik Sinner shared his thoughts during the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid. The current World No. 1 spoke openly about his rival and made it clear that he wants to see Alcaraz back on court soon. His reaction was calm, honest, and showed respect for the competition they share at the top level.

Jannik Sinner shares concern for Carlos Alcaraz injury and hopes for French Open return

Speaking to the media at the Laureus event, Jannik Sinner did not hide his concern. He said, “He is going through a difficult moment: we hope to see him again soon on the courts, maybe already in Rome (2026 Italian Open).” His words came at a time when many are unsure about how long Alcaraz will be out.

Sinner also spoke about the bigger picture. With the French Open coming up, he made it clear that he wants the best players competing. He said, “I hope he can also be there at Roland-Garros, because when you want to win, you want to do it by beating the strongest in the world.” That statement reflects how seriously he takes competition at the highest level.

Both players were present at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid. They were nominated for Sportsman of the Year, and the award went to Carlos Alcaraz. Despite his injury, he attended the event wearing a cast on his right wrist. During his speech, he said, “To receive this recognition from people who understand sports so deeply, it makes it even more meaningful.” He added, “This is a night I will never forget, a moment I will keep in my heart forever.”

Looking at their recent matches, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz last faced each other at the 2026 Monte-Carlo Masters final. Sinner won that match in straight sets. It was another chapter in their growing rivalry, which has become one of the most talked-about in tennis.

For now, the focus remains on Alcaraz’s recovery. Meanwhile, Sinner is set to play at the Madrid Open, a tournament he has not yet won. As the clay season continues, everything now depends on how quickly Alcaraz can return to full fitness.



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