Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open, the Masters 1000-level event where he is the defending champion, because of a lingering right wrist injury.
"We know Carlos is doing everything he can to get back to playing tournaments as soon as possible," tournament director Bob Moran said in a statement Tuesday. "We wish him the best with his recovery and look forward to welcoming him back to Cincinnati in the future."
Carlos Alcaraz hits a forehand during a Tuesday practice session in Murcia, Spain. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images Alcaraz last played at the Barcelona Open in April, then missed the French Open and the entire grass-court season, including Wimbledon.
Recent practice footage of Alcaraz seemingly playing near full strength had led to speculation that he could be returning at the Cincinnati event that begins Aug. 11.
The main draw of the US Open, where Alcaraz is the defending champion, begins Aug. 30. Alcaraz, currently ranked No. 2 in the world behind Jannik Sinner, is on the entry list but has not yet confirmed his participation.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.