India, June 29 -- Wimbledon 2026 will lack the presence of two-time champion Carlos Alcaraz, making it a quieter event. The 23-year-old Spaniard is absent from this year's tournament as he is still recuperating from a wrist injury.

Alcaraz had originally decided to forgo defending his 8 he withdrew from the Barcelona Open in April due to discomfort in his right wrist.

He subsequently confirmed that he would be absent for the entire grass-court season, with a potential return scheduled prior to the US Open later this summer.

However, considering the seriousness of wrist injuries among tennis players and the risks of developing chronic conditions, Alcaraz has adopted a cautious strategy for his recovery.

"My recovery is going well and I...