Former British No. 1 Predicts Carlos Alcaraz Will Miss Wimbledon

BusinessSportsMoneyFormer British No. 1 Predicts Carlos Alcaraz Will Miss WimbledonByAdam Zagoria,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I'm a basketball and tennis insiderFollow AuthorMay 19, 2026, 10:50am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 14: Carlos Alcaraz of Spain poses with the Gentlemen's Singles Trophy following victory against Novak Djokovic of Serbia in the Gentlemen's Singles Final during day fourteen of The Championships Wimbledon 2024 at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club on July 14, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)Getty ImagesCarlos Alcaraz has been off the ATP Tour since Barcelona due to a right wrist injury that will prevent him from playing the French Open, where he is the two-time defending champion.Former British No. 1 Greg Rusedski believes the injury will sideline the seven-time major champion and world No. 2 for Wimbledon as well.Speaking about Novak Djokovic’s chances at Roland Garros on Off Court with Greg, Rusedski said: “With Carlos out, I don’t think Carlos is going to be back for Wimbledon this year. I think, you know, that’s where Djokovic is thinking, okay, that’s where I want to peak.“That’s where I want to be as healthy as possible. But I’m going to try to get my reps in through Paris, maybe play a few tournaments on the grass, and then peak for Wimbledon. Never discount him.“If Novak’s healthy and the body’s there, he can beat anybody. He’s still that good. But it kind of feels like this is like crunchtime moments coming up from the next few weeks.”Djokovic is a 24-time major champ and widely considered the GOAT of men’s tennis. He’s still seeking a record 25th major and his best chance may come if he doesn’t have to beat Alcaraz and world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the same event.The “New Two” have won the last nine Grand Slam titles in...