Carlos Alcaraz appears to be making the most of his time away from the tennis court. The Spanish superstar was recently spotted enjoying a beach holiday in Portugal as he continues his recovery from the wrist injury that has sidelined him during a crucial part of the 2026 season.
Alcaraz spent time in Comporta, a popular coastal destination south of Lisbon, where he was seen relaxing with friends at the JNcQUOI Beach Club on Praia do Pego. The 23-year-old has frequently chosen Portugal as a holiday destination between tournaments, using the quieter surroundings to recharge away from the spotlight.
The vacation comes amid encouraging signs regarding his recovery. A recent video circulating on social media showed Alcaraz wearing a much smaller wrist support than the bulky splint he had been seen with in previous weeks, prompting optimism among fans about his rehabilitation progress. While there is still no confirmed date for his return, the images suggest that the injury is healing steadily.
CARLOS ALCARAZ STRUGGLES WITH INJURY
Alcaraz’s injury troubles began during the Barcelona Open in April when he sustained a right wrist injury in his opening-round victory over Otto Virtanen. The issue proved more serious than initially expected, forcing him to withdraw from the tournament and subsequently miss the remainder of the clay-court season.
The setback also ruled him out of Roland Garros, where he was the defending champion, and later Wimbledon, a tournament he has won twice and where he finished runner-up in 2025. Announcing his withdrawal from the grass-court swing, Alcaraz admitted that although his recovery was progressing well, he was not yet ready to compete at the highest level.
Before the injury, Alcaraz had enjoyed another impressive season. He compiled a 22-3 win-loss record and captured titles at the Australian Open and Qatar Open, underlining why he remains one of the leading figures in men’s tennis.
For now, however, the focus remains on recovery rather than trophies. And judging by the latest images from Portugal, Alcaraz seems determined to return refreshed, fully fit and ready to challenge once again for the biggest prizes in the sport.
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