Carlos Alcaraz injury update: Will ankle scare cut short Spaniard's Japan Open campaign?

Carlos Alcaraz is set to face Zizou Bergs in the second round.

After his Laver Cup 2025 defeat, Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz kicked off his Asian swing at the Japan Open 2025 with a straight-sets victory over Argentina’s Sebastian Baez 6-4, 6-2. However, his Tokyo debut was overshadowed by a dramatic mid-match fall and an ankle injury scare.

The incident occurred in the fifth game of the first set with the score level at 2-2. While chasing a ball, Alcaraz rolled his left ankle and collapsed in pain. The 22-year-old remained on the ground for a few moments, clutching his ankle

Then the Spaniard required a medical timeout, during which his ankle was heavily strapped by the Physio. He returned into action and despite the apparent discomfort, he managed to break Baez’s serve to lead 5-4.

But, the luck going in favour saw rain pouring down the roof and forcing it to close, giving Carlos some valuable recovery time.

As the game resumed, fans witnessed a sharper and more mobile Alcaraz who reasserted control, sealing the opener before racing through the second set to advance, all while battling with the injury.

Also Read: Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz: Who has won most big titles?

“I was scared too; I’m not going to lie. When I landed on the ankle, I was worried… I’m just happy I was able to keep playing and win. Let’s see how it feels over the next day and a half,” he said in the post-match interview.

The Spaniard is scheduled to face Zizou Bergs in the second round on Saturday, September 27. However, the question is, will he be able to be in action? What’s the injury update of Carlos Alcaraz?

Will Carlos Alcaraz continue action at Japan Open?

Spanish outlet Marca has reported that Alcaraz skipped training sessions on Friday and is still experiencing discomfort. Meaning, it won’t be a surprise if he skips the second-round match against Zizou Bergs of Belgium on Saturday.

Given, the upcoming schedule that includes two Masters 1000 events in Shanghai and Paris both scheduled in October, the ATP Finals just after, and the lucrative King Six Slam in Saudi Arabia ahead, Alcaraz may consider some rest to avoid aggravating the injury.

For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Whatsapp & Telegram