Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from Wimbledon and Queen’s Club Due to Wrist Injury

Two-time Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz announced on 19 May 2026 that he will miss both the HSBC Championships at Queen’s Club and the Wimbledon Championships. The decision follows a lingering right-wrist injury sustained at the Barcelona Open in mid-April. Alcaraz said he is “still not ready to compete,” prompting his withdrawal from the grass-court swing.

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Alcaraz entered 2026 by winning the Australian Open, becoming the youngest man ever to complete a career Grand Slam. He added back-to-back Wimbledon titles in 2023 and 2024, defeated Novak Djokovic in both finals, and claimed the French Open in 2025. The wrist injury, diagnosed as tenosynovitis, first appeared during his first-round victory over Otto Virtanen at the Barcelona Open on 14 April 2026. He withdrew from the second round, then pulled out of the Madrid Open, the Rome Masters, and the French Open.

CBC News

• 14 Apr 2026 – Right-wrist injury at Barcelona Open (first-round win, then withdrawal).

Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Queen’s Club and Wimbledon due to wrist injury

• Mid-Apr 2026 – Medical tests confirm tenosynovitis; Alcaraz skips Madrid and Rome.

The Straits Times

• Late Apr 2026 – Withdraws from the French Open, where he was defending champion.

Wimbledon: Ex-world No2 calls out 'ignorance' surrounding Carlos Alcaraz's injury

• 19 May 2026 – Posts on Instagram/X confirming withdrawal from Queen’s Club and Wimbledon.

Alcaraz withdraws from Queen’s and Wimbledon as wrist injury extends layoff

• 15 Jun 2026 – Queen’s Club Championships begin (Alcaraz absent).

Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Wimbledon, Queen's Club due to wrist injury

• 29 Jun 2026 – Wimbledon men’s singles draw opens (Alcaraz absent).

Carlos Alcaraz out of Wimbledon due to lingering wrist injury

• Grand Slam titles: seven (Australian Open 2026, French Open 2024-25, Wimbledon 2023-24, US Open 2022-25).

Carlos Alcaraz confirms he will withdraw from Wimbledon due to wrist injury which saw French Open withdrawal already

• 2026 season record (as of withdrawal): 22–3.

Carlos Alcaraz to miss Queen’s Club, Wimbledon due to wrist injury

• ATP points at risk from missing Wimbledon: ? 3,800 points.

Alcaraz withdraws from Queen’s and Wimbledon as wrist injury extends layoff

• Age reported: 22 in some outlets, 23 in others.

Carlos Alcaraz confirms he will withdraw from Wimbledon due to wrist injury which saw French Open withdrawal already

• Ranking reported: world No. 2 (ATP) and world No. 1 (some media after Sinner’s recent wins).

Deadspin

Alcaraz’s absence removes a major obstacle for world-number-one Jannik Sinner, who has won the past six Masters 1000 events and is the overwhelming favourite to defend Wimbledon. The loss of roughly 3,800 points will likely widen the gap between Alcaraz and Sinner, affecting the race for the year-end No. 1 spot. The withdrawal also opens the Wimbledon draw, increasing the chances for other contenders such as Alex De Minaur.

Carlos Alcaraz confirms Wimbledon withdrawal due to wrist injury

Alcaraz released a social-media statement emphasizing that his recovery is progressing but that he is not yet fit to compete. He described Queen’s and Wimbledon as “two truly special tournaments” and pledged to continue rehabilitation before returning to competition.

Carlos Alcaraz confirms Wimbledon withdrawal due to wrist injury

Former world No. 2 Alex Corretja publicly defended Alcaraz against early-season criticism, labeling detractors’ comments as “ignorance” and “bad faith.” Several fans and broadcasters expressed disappointment, noting the withdrawal as a “huge blow” to the sport’s marquee rivalry.

Wimbledon: Ex-world No2 calls out 'ignorance' surrounding Carlos Alcaraz's injury

Sources differ on Alcaraz’s age (22 vs 23) and current ranking (world No. 2 vs world No. 1). Additionally, the exact number of Grand Slam titles cited varies between six and seven across outlets. No official ATP comment on the withdrawal was found in the provided material.

CBC News

• “My recovery is going well and I’m feeling much better, but unfortunately I'm still not ready to compete,” — Carlos Alcaraz, Instagram post

Nine.com.au

• “They are two truly special tournaments for me and I will miss them a lot.” — Carlos Alcaraz, Instagram post

Carlos Alcaraz confirms he will withdraw from Wimbledon due to wrist injury which saw French Open withdrawal already

• “We'll keep working to come back as soon as possible.” — Carlos Alcaraz, Instagram post

Carlos Alcaraz confirms he will withdraw from Wimbledon due to wrist injury which saw French Open withdrawal already

• “I'd rather come back a little later and with a full recovery. I need to take care of myself because I want to have a long career.” — Carlos Alcaraz, Laureus Awards speech

ABC News Australia

Alcaraz aims to resume competition after the grass-court season, with the US Open in August identified as a target for his return. His rehabilitation progress will be closely monitored by the ATP and his team as the 2026 calendar advances.

Carlos Alcaraz confirms Wimbledon withdrawal due to wrist injury