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Alcaraz Slams ATP Tour: "Pushing Players Too Hard"
10 Oct
Summary
- Carlos Alcaraz criticizes ATP schedule for causing player injuries.
- Jannik Sinner ends his season early due to a knee injury.
- Alcaraz previously missed four months due to a wrist injury.
Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz has publicly criticized the ATP Tour's demanding 11-month calendar, citing it as a primary cause of frequent player injuries. His remarks follow his friend and rival Jannik Sinner's decision to end his season prematurely due to a knee injury sustained after his Wimbledon victory.
Alcaraz expressed concern that the ATP is pushing players beyond reasonable limits with too many tournaments and matches. He believes the tour is heading in the wrong direction and needs to better address player well-being. The Spaniard noted his own experience with a wrist injury earlier this year, which sidelined him for over four months.
Following his recovery, Alcaraz returned to competition at the US Open, reaching the quarterfinals. He also participated in the Laver Cup and recently defended his title at the Japan Open. He is scheduled to compete next at the Shanghai Masters.
