Carlos Alcaraz barely had time to process last night's ATP Finals heartbreaking defeat to Jannik Sinner. World no. 1 suffered a 7-6, 7-5 loss in Turin in two hours and 15 minutes, missing chances in both sets and finishing as the runner-up.
The Spaniard left the defeat behind and traveled to Bologna ahead of the Davis Cup Finals. The six-time Major winner has to focus on an urgent issue - his health.
Carlos felt the pain in his right leg while battling against Jannik, requiring a medical timeout and revealing a hamstring injury that surfaced during the closing stages of the tournament.
The exam will be concluded by the leading doctor of the Spanish Tennis Federation. The results will play a decisive role in Spain's Davis Cup plans, as they does not much chance without their leading star.
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Despite a grueling season and 80 ATP matches on his tally, Alcaraz remains committed to representing his nation in Bologna. However, his participation hinges entirely on the scan and how his body responds in the upcoming days.
Spain faces the Czech Republic in the quarter-final on November 20, which gives Carlos a couple of days to recover. The six-time Major champion should join Spain's press conference on Tuesday, likely to share fresh news with his fans.
Alcaraz will embrace his second year-end no. 1 season following a tight battle with Sinner. The Spaniard leads the standings with eight ATP titles and 70 victories.
His next goal is the Australian Open that starts in two months. The young gun will not risk anything ahead of the new season, although he remains determined to play for Spain this week.
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All eyes now turn to Bologna and the MRI results. They could define the final chapter of Carlos' brilliant 2025 season, who might endhis season earlier than planned.
