Latest: Carlos Alcaraz has WITHDRAWN from Roland-Garros 2026 with a right wrist injury — tendon inflammation and cartilage damage —…
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Carlos Alcaraz Next Match 2026 | Schedule, Form & How to Watch
Latest: Carlos Alcaraz has WITHDRAWN from Roland-Garros 2026 with a right wrist injury — tendon inflammation and cartilage damage — sustained at the Barcelona Open in mid-April. The two-time defending champion misses Rome and Roland-Garros and loses approximately 3,000 ATP ranking points. Next: Grass swing (Queen’s / Wimbledon) — return date subject to recovery. See our French Open 2026 preview for full withdrawal coverage.
Carlos Alcaraz (ATP World No. 1) heads into the 2026 clay season as the man to beat — and the man under the most pressure. The Spaniard is defending the French Open title, the Rome title and the Monte-Carlo title across the next two months, facing approximately 4,300 ranking points in defence. After his first wobble of the season — two losses in three matches at Indian Wells and Miami — the clay season will test whether the 22-year-old can repeat his historic run from 2025.
Carlos Alcaraz Next Match
Alcaraz withdrew from the Barcelona Open on 16 April 2026 with a right wrist injury, pulling out before his R16 match against Tomas Machac. He described the injury as “a bit more serious than everyone expected” and returned home to begin recovery. Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Mutua Madrid Open, making it two consecutive missed clay events. His participation at the French Open (24 May) — where he is the defending champion — remains uncertain. No return date has been confirmed.
| Detail | Info |
| Last result | Barcelona Open R1 win vs Virtanen 6-4, 6-2 (withdrew R16 with wrist injury) |
| Injury | Right wrist — return date unconfirmed |
| Next tournament (provisional) | Madrid Open — Withdrawn. Next target: French Open (24 May, if fit) |
| Surface | Clay (outdoor) |
| Status | Defending champion at French Open (24 May) — doubt over participation |
| Draw | [1] seed. Runner-up — lost to Sinner 7-6(5), 6-3 in final. Report |
Carlos Alcaraz 2026 Clay Season Schedule
Alcaraz faces the most demanding points defence of any player on tour across the clay season. He is the defending champion at Monte-Carlo, Rome and Roland Garros, plus the former Barcelona champion. Successfully retaining all four would be historically remarkable.
| Tournament | Dates | Surface | Category | 2025 Status |
| Monte-Carlo | 5–12 Apr | Clay | Masters 1000 | Defending champion (1,000 pts) |
| Barcelona | 13–19 Apr | Clay | ATP 500 | Lost final to Rune (~300 pts) |
| Madrid | 22 Apr–3 May | Clay | Masters 1000 | R2 exit (relatively few pts) |
| Rome | 6–17 May | Clay | Masters 1000 | Defending champion (1,000 pts) |
| Roland Garros | 24 May–7 Jun | Clay | Grand Slam | Defending champion (2,000 pts) |
Carlos Alcaraz Current Form & Recent Results
Alcaraz began 2026 at 16–0, winning the Doha ATP 500 and reaching the Australian Open final (where he became the youngest man to complete the Career Grand Slam at age 22, beating Djokovic). However, back-to-back losses at Indian Wells and Miami have introduced the first element of doubt ahead of the clay season.
| Tournament | Result | Notes |
| Australian Open (Jan 2026) | Champion | Beat Djokovic in final; completed Career Grand Slam at 22 |
| Doha (Feb 2026) | Champion | ATP 500 title; started season 16-0 |
| Indian Wells (Mar 2026) | SF loss | Lost to Medvedev 3-6, 6-7(3); first loss of the season |
| Miami (Mar 2026) | R3 loss | Lost to Sebastian Korda 3-6, 7-5, 4-6; earliest Miami exit since 2024 |
His 2026 season record stands at 17–2. The two losses are not cause for panic — Medvedev and Korda are both high-quality hard-court players — but heading into a clay season where he must defend 4,300 points, form and fitness will be watched closely.
Carlos Alcaraz ATP Ranking
Alcaraz holds the World No. 1 ranking with approximately 13,550 points, extending to 63 career weeks at the top. However, his position is genuinely at risk across the clay season. Sinner, who has virtually no clay points to defend (he missed 2025 due to his doping ban), could overtake Alcaraz if he goes deep at multiple events while Alcaraz struggles to defend his titles.
For the latest rankings, see our live ATP rankings page, updated weekly.
For a full career profile, stats and head-to-head records, see the Carlos Alcaraz player profile.
How to Watch Carlos Alcaraz Live
The easiest way to watch Carlos Alcaraz live is through the Bet365 live streaming service, which covers ATP Tour Masters events and Grand Slams for account holders with a funded account or who have placed a bet in the last 24 hours.
To watch Carlos Alcaraz live on Bet365:
- Go to Bet365.com via this link
- Register and make a first deposit to receive up to £30 in Bet Credits*
- Once registered, go to the sports homepage and select Tennis
- Select the play icon next to any Alcaraz match to open the stream
Monte-Carlo, Rome and Roland Garros are also broadcast on Sky Sports Tennis and Eurosport in the UK. Roland Garros is available free on ITV.
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Carlos Alcaraz Betting Tips
Alcaraz is always worth including in clay outright bets given his extraordinary record on the surface. However, the points pressure creates psychological complexity that makes his prices shorter than they perhaps should be. The smart angle may be backing Alcaraz each-way at the Masters events rather than outright — or targeting Roland Garros, where he has the most clay experience and the biggest points motivation.
At Monte-Carlo, if Sinner is in the other half of the draw, backing Alcaraz to win his half is a compelling lower-risk option. Follow our tennis betting tips for match-level predictions throughout the clay season.
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FAQs
When does Carlos Alcaraz play next?
Alcaraz’s next tournament is the Monte-Carlo Masters, starting 5 April 2026. He is the defending champion. The draw will be released in the days before the tournament begins.
What is Carlos Alcaraz’s ATP ranking?
Alcaraz is the World No. 1 (as of March 2026) with approximately 13,550 ranking points. His position may be threatened by Sinner during the clay season.
Has Alcaraz won the Australian Open?
Yes. Alcaraz won the 2026 Australian Open, beating Novak Djokovic in the final to become the youngest man in history to complete the Career Grand Slam at age 22.
How many clay titles has Alcaraz won?
Alcaraz has won multiple clay titles including Roland Garros (2024, 2025 defending champion), Rome and Monte-Carlo. Clay is one of his strongest surfaces with an outstanding win percentage at ATP Masters level.
