Carlos Alcaraznumber 2 of the ATP ranking, has finally decided Do not participate in Toronto 2025 Masters 1000thus adding to the renunciations also confirmed from Jannik Sinner (current number 1 and Wimbledon champion) and Novak Djokovic.
The news, which has surprised the circuit, responds to a planned management of the Murcian calendar for the demanding final section of the summer.
After his recent defeat in the Wimbledon final against Sinner, Alcaraz has chosen to prioritize physical and mental rest, renouncing a tournament that historically has not been conducive to him.
A discreet history in the ATP of Toronto
The Canadian 1000 Masters, which this year is disputed July 27 to August 7it has never been especially favorable terrain for the Spanish tennis player. In 2022lost the final against Tommy Paulwho eliminated it again in Finals in 2023. In 2024he had already resigned from participating due to the excess physical load derived from an especially demanding season, marked by the Olympic Games.
Its absence in this edition seems to follow that same strategic line: Avoid overloadsreduce the risk of injuries and focus on 100% to the key tournaments of the US calendar.
Confirmed calendar: ATP Cincinnati and US Open 2025
Despite his absence in Canada, Alcaraz’s immediate calendar continues with two major quotes:
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🎾 Cincinnati 1000 Masters
📅 August 5-18, 2025
➤ Tournament where the Murcia will seek to recover competitive rhythm and adjust sensations before the US Open.
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🎾 US Open (Grand Slam)
📅 August 24 – September 6, 2025
📍 New York, USA
➤ The most massive tournament in the world of tennis, with millionaire prizes and an unmatched atmosphere.
➤ Alcaraz arrives as a runner -up of Wimbledon and with the aim of conquering its Second title in Flushing Meadowsafter the achievement in 2022 against Casper Ruudhis first Grand Slam.
The US Open, the priority objective
Beyond the 1000 Masters, all the foci are placed in the US Openwhere Carlos Alcaraz wants to touch the glory again. The New York tournament represents an emotionally special terrain for him, since there He proclaimed himself a great champion for the first time in his career. In addition, fast track conditions and electrifying environment usually enhance their offensive style and their ability to connect with the public.
After a season marked by ups and downs – with important titles but also unexpected defeats – the Spanish arrives with revenge hungry after having given the Wimbledon final. The objective: Close summer with a new Grand Slam in its record.
Where to see Carlos Alcaraz live?
Cincinnati and US Open tournaments can be seen in Movistar Plus+ in Spainas part of the ATP retransmissions package and the Grand Slams. The US Open can also be followed on platforms of streaming such as Eurosport or Dazn (according to regional distribution).
With more conservative planning, Carlos Alcaraz prepares to face the Most demanding stretch of American summerwith an eye on Flushing Meadows and recovering the throne of world tennis.