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Daily Tribune
14 hours ago
- Sport
- Daily Tribune
Alcaraz withdraws from Toronto event for Wimbledon recovery
World number two Carlos Alcaraz, a fivetime Grand Slam singles champion, has withdrawn from next week's ATP Canadian Open in Toronto to recover from Wimbledon, organizers said on Monday. The 22-yearold Spaniard lost to topr a n k e d Ja n n i k Sinner in the Wim - ble - don final earlier this month in a bid for his third consecutive crown in the grass-court classic. 'I'm really sad to have to miss the National Bank Open in Toronto,' Alcaraz said in a statement. 'I tried my best to be ready for the tournament as it's one I really enjoy playing, but it comes just too soon for me as I recover after Wimbledon. I wish the event well and look forward to being back on the Canadian courts next year.' Alcaraz had his best Canada run in 2023, falling to American Tommy Paul in the quarter-finals. 'It's disappointing to lose a player of Carlos' quality, as we k n ow our fans were looking forward to watching him,' tournament director Karl Hale said. 'Although he has been on the scene for a while, he's still at the beginning of his career and there will be plenty of opportunities for Canadians to see him again in the future.' American Sebastian Korda, the world number 33 struggling with a leg injury, and Poland's 38th-ranked Hubert Hurkacz, fighting a knee injury, have also withdrawn.
Time of India
a day ago
- Sport
- Time of India
After Wimbledon final loss, Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Toronto event - here's why
Carlos Alcaraz in the Men's Singles Final at Wimbledon 2025 (Photo by) World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of next week's ATP Canadian Open in Toronto, citing the need to recover after his run to the Wimbledon final earlier this month. Tournament organisers confirmed the Spaniard's withdrawal on Monday. Alcaraz, a five-time Grand Slam singles champion, lost to world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon final on July 13. The 22-year-old had been aiming for a third consecutive Wimbledon title. "I'm really sad to have to miss the National Bank Open in Toronto," Alcaraz said in a statement. "I tried my best to be ready for the tournament as it's one I really enjoy playing, but it comes just too soon for me as I recover after Wimbledon. I wish the event well and look forward to being back on the Canadian courts next year." Alcaraz reached the quarter-finals in his best run at the Canadian Open in 2023, where he was beaten by American Tommy Paul. Tournament director Karl Hale said losing a player like Alcaraz was disappointing. Poll What do you think is the biggest factor in Alcaraz's decision to withdraw? Wimbledon fatigue and recovery Injury concerns "It's disappointing to lose a player of Carlos' quality, as we know our fans were looking forward to watching him," Hale said. "Although he has been on the scene for a while, he's still at the beginning of his career and there will be plenty of opportunities for Canadians to see him again in the future." American Sebastian Korda (world No. 33) and Poland's Hubert Hurkacz (world No. 38) have also withdrawn due to leg and knee injuries, respectively. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Al-Ahram Weekly
2 days ago
- Sport
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Tennis: Alcaraz withdraws from Montreal event for Wimbledon recovery - Omni sports
World number two Carlos Alcaraz, a five-time Grand Slam singles champion, has withdrawn from next week's ATP Canadian Open in Toronto to recover from Wimbledon, organizers said on Monday. The 22-year-old Spaniard lost to top-ranked Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon final earlier this month in a bid for his third consecutive crown in the grass-court classic. "I'm really sad to have to miss the National Bank Open in Toronto," Alcaraz said in a statement. "I tried my best to be ready for the tournament as it's one I really enjoy playing, but it comes just too soon for me as I recover after Wimbledon. I wish the event well and look forward to being back on the Canadian courts next year." Alcaraz had his best Canada run in 2023, falling to American Tommy Paul in the quarter-finals. "It's disappointing to lose a player of Carlos' quality, as we know our fans were looking forward to watching him," tournament director Karl Hale said. "Although he has been on the scene for a while, he's still at the beginning of his career and there will be plenty of opportunities for Canadians to see him again in the future." American Sebastian Korda, the world number 33 struggling with a leg injury, and Poland's 38th-ranked Hubert Hurkacz, fighting a knee injury, have also withdrawn. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at @AO_Sports and on Facebook at AhramOnlineSports.) Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Alcaraz withdraws from Canadian Open; cites Wimbledon recovery as reason
World number two Carlos Alcaraz, a five-time Grand Slam singles champion, has withdrawn from next week's ATP Canadian Open in Toronto to recover from Wimbledon, organisers said on Monday. The 22-year-old Spaniard lost to top-ranked Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon final earlier this month in a bid for his third consecutive crown in the grass-court classic. 'I'm really sad to have to miss the National Bank Open in Toronto,' Alcaraz said in a statement. ALSO READ: Billie Jean King Cup finals to kick off on September 16 'I tried my best to be ready for the tournament as it's one I really enjoy playing, but it comes just too soon for me as I recover after Wimbledon. I wish the event well and look forward to being back on the Canadian courts next year.' Alcaraz had his best Canada run in 2023, falling to American Tommy Paul in the quarterfinals. 'It's disappointing to lose a player of Carlos' quality, as we know our fans were looking forward to watching him,' tournament director Karl Hale said. 'Although he has been on the scene for a while, he's still at the beginning of his career, and there will be plenty of opportunities for Canadians to see him again in the future.' American Sebastian Korda, the world number 33 struggling with a leg injury, and Poland's 38th-ranked Hubert Hurkacz, fighting a knee injury, have also withdrawn.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws From Canada Open For Wimbledon Recovery
World number two Carlos Alcaraz, a five-time Grand Slam singles champion, has withdrawn from next week's ATP Canadian Open in Toronto to recover from Wimbledon, organizers said on Monday. The 22-year-old Spaniard lost to top-ranked Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon final earlier this month in a bid for his third consecutive crown in the grass-court classic. "I'm really sad to have to miss the National Bank Open in Toronto," Alcaraz said in a statement. "I tried my best to be ready for the tournament as it's one I really enjoy playing, but it comes just too soon for me as I recover after Wimbledon. I wish the event well and look forward to being back on the Canadian courts next year." Alcaraz had his best Canada run in 2023, falling to American Tommy Paul in the quarter-finals. "It's disappointing to lose a player of Carlos' quality, as we know our fans were looking forward to watching him," tournament director Karl Hale said. "Although he has been on the scene for a while, he's still at the beginning of his career and there will be plenty of opportunities for Canadians to see him again in the future." American Sebastian Korda, the world number 33 struggling with a leg injury, and Poland's 38th-ranked Hubert Hurkacz, fighting a knee injury, have also withdrawn.
