Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from Shanghai Masters Due to Physical Issues
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from Shanghai Masters due to physical issues, just days after winning Japan Open title. Read more about his injury and future tournaments.
“The start of the week was not really good with the ankle, and the way that I came back from that...”
Carlos Alcaraz, the world number one, has withdrawn from the Shanghai Masters due to ongoing physical issues, just hours after winning the Japan Open title. The 22-year-old Spaniard suffered an ankle injury during his opening match in Tokyo against Sebastian Baez but managed to power through the pain and defeat American Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4 in the final.
Despite his victory, Alcaraz announced on Instagram that he wouldn't be participating in the Shanghai Masters, prioritizing rest and recovery instead. “I'm very disappointed to announce that I won't be able to play the Rolex Shanghai Masters this year! Unfortunately, I've been struggling with some physical issues and, after discussing with my team, we believe the best decision is to rest and recover,” he shared.
Alcaraz expressed his gratitude for the support of his fans, particularly in Shanghai, where he was looking forward to playing again. “I was really looking forward to playing in front of the amazing fans in Shanghai again. I hope to be back soon and see my Chinese fans next year!” With this withdrawal, Corentin Moutet will take Alcaraz's place in the draw, and Jannik Sinner becomes the highest-ranked player in the tournament.
Impact on Rankings and Tournaments:
- Shanghai Masters Draw: Corentin Moutet takes Alcaraz's place
- Highest-Ranked Player: Jannik Sinner becomes the top player in the tournament
- Next Tournament: Alcaraz's next confirmed challenge is the Paris Masters, starting October 27th.
Hours later, the 22-year-old posted on Instagram, saying: “I was really looking forward to playing in front of the amazing fans in Shanghai again,”
“I hope to be back soon and see my Chinese fans next year!” added the recently crowned US Open champion.
Carlos Alcaraz's ankle injury, sustained last week, continued to cause him discomfort as he played through the pain to claim the Japan Open title. The Spaniard had crumpled to the ground while chasing a shot, requiring a five-minute treatment session before returning to the court with his ankle heavily strapped. Despite the injury, Alcaraz managed to defeat Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4 in the final.
Alcaraz admitted that the ankle issue had weighed on his mind throughout the tournament. Nevertheless, he showed remarkable resilience and determination to win the title. However, the injury's persistence has forced him to prioritize his recovery, leading to his withdrawal from the Shanghai Masters.
“The start of the week was not really good with the ankle, and the way that I came back from that, playing a great tournament and great matches, I'm just really happy about it,” he said following his title win.
Wow.
— José Morgado (@josemorgado) September 30, 2025
Carlos Alcaraz withdraws from the Shanghai Rolex Masters.
He still got a big lead (over 2.5k points) in the race to the year-end #1, but that surely opens the Race a bit more if Sinner can defend his title.
Looks like a wise decision considering his ankle scare. pic.twitter.com/a4YlQ0fc2s
Carlos Alcaraz's Japan Open victory marked his eighth title of the season, capping off an impressive year on the ATP Tour. Despite struggling with an ankle injury, Alcaraz demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination to claim the title. His win over Taylor Fritz in the final showcased his ability to perform under pressure, even when faced with physical challenges.
The title not only highlighted Alcaraz's skill and adaptability but also solidified his position as a dominant force in men's tennis. With this eighth title, Alcaraz further cemented his reputation as one of the sport's top players.
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