Carlos Alcaraz Raises Alarm Over Grueling Tennis Calendar

Four-time grand slam winner Carlos Alcaraz has expressed concerns over the relentless tennis calendar, citing it as a key factor affecting players' motivation and increasing injury risks. Alcaraz, who has had a successful year including wins at the French Open and Wimbledon, fears the situation will worsen with more mandatory tournaments being added.

Four-time grand slam winner Carlos Alcaraz voiced his concerns over the demanding tennis calendar, stating it challenges players' motivation and heightens the risk of injuries. The world number three has had a remarkable year, bagging victories in the French Open, Wimbledon, and a silver medal at the Paris Olympics.

Alcaraz warned that the issue might escalate in the future with the addition of more mandatory tournaments. 'Probably during the next few years, it's going to be even more mandatory tournaments. Probably they are gonna kill us in some way,' Alcaraz remarked after defeating Ben Shelton in the Laver Cup.

He noted that the tight schedule had already led to numerous injuries among players, predicting many top contenders might have to skip events due to the strenuous calendar. Alcaraz, who played 50 professional singles matches this year, highlighted the lack of adequate rest, saying, 'Sometimes I didn't feel motivated at all. The calendar's so tight.'

(With inputs from agencies.)