I'm considering skipping some mandatory tournaments for my own good," Alcaraz criticizes the schedule

By Clément Gehl

le 01/10/2025 à 07h26

Alcaraz Shanghai

Following his title in Tokyo, Carlos Alcaraz announced he would withdraw from the Shanghai Masters 1000. In a press conference, the world number one criticized the schedule and announced that he intends not to play all mandatory tournaments.

He explains: "I think the schedule is really tight. The schedule needs to be reviewed. I think there are too many mandatory tournaments in a row. Rules have been introduced, requiring us to play Masters 1000, 500, etc.

But there are too many rules that leave us, the tennis players, without the choice of whether to play or not. Honestly, I will ask myself in the future if it's worth skipping some mandatory tournaments to maintain my physical condition.

Of course, it's not just a matter of physical condition. Mentally, it's also very difficult to play so many mandatory tournaments in a row without having the opportunity to rest.

I'm considering skipping some mandatory events for my own good. I agree with Iga (Swiatek), I think many players will do the same.