After Wimbledon final loss, Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Toronto event - here's why
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.
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"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American Sebastian Korda (world No. 33) and Poland's Hubert Hurkacz (world No. 38) have also withdrawn due to leg and knee injuries, respectively.
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