Recovery Process: Alcaraz To Journey To Madrid For Further Tests Before Deciding On Participation
Carlos Alcaraz is gearing up to participate in the 2024 Madrid Open, signaling his intent by traveling to the Spanish capital. Despite his remarkable rise to prominence in 2022, which saw him claim the world no. 1 ranking and win two major titles, recent months have been marked by concerns over injuries, leading to his withdrawal from both the Monte-Carlo Masters and the Barcelona Open.
Reports suggest that Alcaraz is prioritizing caution, arriving in Madrid early on Saturday for further evaluations at the official facilities. These assessments will play a crucial role in determining his participation, although his recent withdrawal from Barcelona underscores the potential pitfalls of relying solely on test results.
Should he decide to compete, Alcaraz will enter the Madrid Open as the third seed, affording him the luxury of skipping the first round and commencing his campaign on either Friday or Saturday. However, his seeding also positions him for a potential semi-final showdown with top-seeded Novak Djokovic, adding to the stakes of his decision to play.