MADRID — Carlos Alcaraz mentioned Tuesday he’s feeling wonderful however will wait on outcomes from medical exams to resolve whether or not he’ll play on the Madrid Open.
The third-ranked Alcaraz wanted therapy on his higher proper leg throughout his straight-set loss to Holger Rune within the Barcelona Open last on Sunday.
“I really feel wonderful bodily,” the 21-year-old Spaniard mentioned. “I’ve had exams, and we’ll see what the outcomes say. I’m used to taking part in with discomfort, so let’s hope I can play and luxuriate in Madrid.”
Alcaraz, who gained in Monte Carlo earlier this month, is anticipated to have his opening match later this week. He’s the No. 2 seed.
Alcaraz gained the Madrid title in 2022 and 2023. He’s within the identical half of the draw as three-time champion Novak Djokovic, the fourth seed.
Alexander Zverev, who overcame Alcaraz for the No. 2 rating on this planet after profitable in Munich final weekend, is the highest seed in Madrid. Defending champion Andrey Rublev is the seventh seed.