World No. 1 tennis star Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Davis Cup Finals in Italy, dealing a major setback to Spain ahead of a crucial quarterfinal match against the Czech Republic. He pulled out on medical advice after developing an edema in his right hamstring, a condition that requires complete rest.
Carlos Alcaraz Withdraws from Davis Cup 2025: Key Points for Competitive Exams
🇪🇸 Alcaraz’s Injury and Decision
- Alcaraz, aged 22, confirmed that medical scans showed a hamstring injury serious enough to keep him out of competition.
- His doctors advised immediate rest, and he shared that missing the tournament was emotionally difficult, as representing Spain is a great honour for him.
Impact on Spain’s Davis Cup Campaign
Spain will now participate without its world number one player. The team faces a challenging tie against a strong Czech Republic squad which has shown consistent performance this season. Spain was hoping for a strong comeback after an early exit in the previous edition of the Davis Cup Finals.
🇨🇿 Czech Republic’s Advantage
The Czech team includes two top-20 players: Jiri Lehecka and Jakub Mensik. Both are known for:
- aggressive baseline style,
- strong performance in fast court conditions.
The Czech team also eliminated the United States earlier in the qualifiers, proving they are strong contenders and capable of causing upsets on major stages.
Future Prospects for Alcaraz & Spain
Spain will now rely on the rest of its squad and possibly its doubles strength to remain competitive. Carlos Alcaraz will focus on recovery so he can return fully fit for the next tennis season. His absence significantly affects the balance of the quarterfinals and offers the Czech team a greater chance to advance.
Exam-Oriented Key Facts
- Tournament: Davis Cup (premier international men’s tennis team event)
- Spain last won Davis Cup: 2019
- Carlos Alcaraz became World No. 1: After winning 2022 US Open
- Czech Republic Davis Cup titles: Multiple, including 2012 & 2013 (back-to-back victories)
- Reason for Alcaraz withdrawal: Edema in right hamstring, medical advice to rest
Question & Answer
Q1. Carlos Alcaraz withdrew from which major team tennis tournament held in Italy?
(a) Laver Cup
(b) Davis Cup Finals
(c) ATP Cup
(d) United Cup
Answer: Davis Cup Finals
Q2. What was the medical reason behind Carlos Alcaraz’s withdrawal?
(a) Shoulder ligament tear
(b) Knee fracture
(c) Edema in right hamstring
(d) Back muscle strain
Answer: Edema in right hamstring
Q3. Spain last won the Davis Cup title in which year?
(a) 2017
(b) 2018
(c) 2019
(d) 2020
Answer: 2019
Q4. Carlos Alcaraz became World Number One after winning which Grand Slam?
(a) Australian Open 2023
(b) French Open 2022
(c) Wimbledon 2022
(d) US Open 2022
Answer: US Open 2022
Q5. Which two top-20 players represent the Czech Republic team in this Davis Cup edition?
(a) Novak Djokovic & Casper Ruud
(b) Jiri Lehecka & Jakub Mensik
(c) Daniil Medvedev & Andrey Rublev
(d) Taylor Fritz & Frances Tiafoe
Answer: Jiri Lehecka & Jakub Mensik
Q6. The Czech Republic won back-to-back Davis Cup titles in which years?
(a) 2010 & 2011
(b) 2011 & 2012
(c) 2012 & 2013
(d) 2013 & 2014
Answer: 2012 & 2013
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