Carlos Alcaraz, the leader of the ATP hierarchy, was forced to announce his withdrawal just 10 days before the start of the Australian Open 2023 after suffering an injury in preparation for the new season.

Carlos AlcarazPhoto: GEORGIOS KEFALAS / AP / Profimedia

Carlos Alcaraz will not play at the 2023 Australian Open

“When I was in the middle of pre-season training, I injured myself during a forced gesture during training, this time the semimembranous muscle of my right leg. I worked hard to reach my best level in Australia.

Unfortunately, I won’t be able to play at either the Care A2+ Kooyong or the Australian Open. It is a difficult time, but I have to be optimistic, recover and look forward. See you in 2024″ – Carlos Alcaraz on Twitter.

After the elimination of Alcaraz, the main favorite for the first Grand Slam tournament of the year will be Rafael Nadal (the current champion).