The 22-year-old, a two-time Wimbledon champion and six-time Grand Slam winner, shared the news onsocial media

“I am very sorry to announce that I will not be able to play with Spain in the Davis Cup in Bologna. I have swelling in my right hamstring, and after medical advice, it is best not to compete,” Alcaraz wrote in his post.

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The young star expressed his disappointment, stating, “I’ve always said that playing for Spain is the greatest thing there is, and I was really looking forward to helping the team fight for the Davis Cup trophy.”

Alcaraz’s withdrawal comes just days after his defeat to long-time rival Jannik Sinner in the ATP Finals. Sinner triumphed 7-6 (7/4), 7-5 in the title match in Turin, clinching his first ATP Finals trophy.

Sinner had already announced he would be absent from the Davis Cup, with Italy aiming to secure their third consecutive title. Italy’s hopes have also been further complicated by the withdrawal of their second-highest ranked player, Lorenzo Musetti, who is dealing with his own injury.

Source: Punch