Carlos Alcaraz, the leader of the ATP hierarchy, was forced to announce his defeat just a few days before the start of the Champions Tour, suffering an injury during the quarter-final match of the Paris Masters.

Carlos AlcarazPhoto: GEORGIOS KEFALAS / AP / Profimedia

Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the 2022 Tournament of Champions

“Following my withdrawal yesterday and the evaluation of my medical team, unfortunately this is the result of my injury: a torn internal oblique muscle in the left abdominal wall with an estimated recovery time of six weeks.

Unfortunately, I won’t make it to either the Tournament of Champions or the Davis Cup final. It is difficult and painful for me to miss these two events that are so important to me, but all I can do is stay positive and focus on my recovery. Thank you for your support!” – Carlos Alcaraz on Instagram.

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