Carlos Alcaraz has officially pulled out of the upcoming Toronto Masters 1000, following similar decisions by Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, and Jack Draper. The Spaniard, currently ranked world No. 2, opted to rest and recover after a demanding Wimbledon campaign, choosing to skip the Canadian event for the second consecutive year.
A depleted field as four of the top six exit
With Alcaraz, Sinner, Djokovic, and Draper all withdrawing, the tournament has lost four of its top six ranked players. Sinner cited an elbow injury sustained during his Wimbledon run, while Djokovic is recovering from a groin issue. Draper, meanwhile, is nursing a left arm injury that will also keep him out of Cincinnati. The absence of these stars significantly reshapes the competitive landscape in Toronto.
Strategic rest ahead of the US Open
Alcaraz’s decision reflects a growing trend among elite players to prioritize long-term fitness over short-term gains. He plans to resume training on July 28 and return to action at the Cincinnati Masters, aiming to peak in time for the US Open. With fewer points to defend than his rivals, Alcaraz remains in strong contention for the year-end No. 1 ranking.
Opportunity knocks for rising contenders
The withdrawals open the door for other top players like Alexander Zverev, Holger Rune, and Taylor Fritz to make deep runs in Toronto. Fans may miss the marquee names, but the shake-up promises fresh matchups and a chance for new stars to shine on the hard courts of Canada.
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Jannik Sinner in 2025
27 – 3win/loss
1
High
1
23 year old
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Now ranked no.1, Sinner played his last match on the 13th of July when he beat world no.2 Carlos Alcaraz 4-6 6-4 6-4 6-4 in the final in Wimbledon to win his 21st career title.
This year Jannik has managed to achieve a composed 26-3 win-loss record. Jannik has won 2 titles in 2025 at the Australian Open and Wimbledon. The Italian was the finalist in Rome and French Open.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
48 – 10win/loss
2
High
1
22 year old
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Currently ranked no.2, Alcaraz played his last match on the 13th of July when he surrendered to world no.1 Jannik Sinner 4-6 6-4 6-4 6-4 in the final in Wimbledon (draw).
Currently, during this year Alcaraz has a 48-6 win-loss record. Alcaraz clinched 5 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open and London. The Spaniard was the finalist in Barcelona and Wimbledon.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz played each other 14 times. Their actual record is 9-5 for Alcaraz.
