Injury Update: Carlos Alcaraz shares update on ankle injury after mid-match retirement at Rio Open

Carlos Alcaraz gives positive news on ankle injury following Rio Open withdrawal

Carlos Alcaraz provided a positive update regarding the ankle injury he suffered during the first-round match against Brazilian wildcard Thiago Monteiro at the 2024 Rio Open.

In an Instagram post, Alcaraz revealed he sustained a Grade II lateral sprain after undergoing an MRI diagnosis on his ankle, indicating he will be sidelined for a few days. The Spaniard also expressed anticipation to meet his fans in the Las Vegas exhibition and at the Indian Wells title defense..

“I just had an MRI on my ankle after yesterday’s injury. After the meeting with my doctor @drlopezmartinez and my physiotherapists @juanjo_moreno_m and @sergiokine the diagnosis is a grade II lateral sprain. I have a sprain that will keep me out for a few days! See you in Las Vegas and Indian Wells!” Alcaraz wrote.