Big blow: Carlos Alcaraz currently very unlikely to play at 2025 Madrid Open due to adductor injury

Carlos Alcaraz’s participation in the 2025 Madrid Open is in serious doubt, according to Spanish media outlet COPE. The World No. 3 has been dealing with a right adductor issue sustained during the final of the Barcelona Open (Conde de Godó), where he faced Holger Rune.

The injury, combined with the short turnaround between Barcelona and Madrid, places Alcaraz’s presence at the second clay-court Masters 1000 event of the season in jeopardy. The 20-year-old Spaniard, one of the sport’s brightest stars, had appeared hopeful during the recent premiere of his Netflix documentary—but stopped short of confirming his status.

“Physically, I feel fine. I’ve had tests and we’ll see what the results say,” Alcaraz said. “I’m used to playing with some discomfort. Hopefully I’ll be able to enjoy Madrid.”

Alcaraz has looked strong so far during the European clay swing, having claimed his first Monte Carlo title and reaching the final in Barcelona. In Madrid, he is scheduled to defend quarterfinal points from last year, when he fell to eventual champion Andrey Rublev.

Should the four-time Grand Slam champion be forced to withdraw, the focus will quickly shift to his recovery timeline—with the Rome Masters and Roland Garros looming on the horizon.