Carlos Alcaraz's French Open Dreams Dashed by Wrist Injury

Carlos Alcaraz's hopes for a triumphant French Open three-peat were cut short due to a wrist injury, ending his run before it began. The world number two confirmed on Friday that he will miss Roland Garros next month.

The injury, suffered during the first round of the Barcelona Open, was found to be more severe than initially believed. As a result, Alcaraz withdrew from both the Madrid and Rome tournaments, disrupting his clay court plans. 'We have decided the most prudent course is to refrain from competing and focus on recovery,' Alcaraz stated.

Alcaraz, who secured the Australian Open title earlier this year, will now aim for a return at Wimbledon. His absence from Roland Garros opens the door for players like Jannik Sinner, potentially altering the dynamics of this year's Grand Slam circuit.

(With inputs from agencies.)