Djokovic Opts Out of Madrid Open, Alcaraz and Nadal Return to Competition

Novak Djokovic skips Madrid to focus on preparations for the French Open, while Carlos Alcaraz and Rafael Nadal make their comebacks from injuries.

Carlos Alcaraz competes in his first European clay-court event of the season at the Madrid Open after recovering from a right arm injury.
Rafael Nadal, a five-time Madrid Open champion, returns to the tournament following a three-month break due to injuries.
Novak Djokovic, the world number one, focuses on the Italian Open in Rome as part of his preparation for defending his French Open title.
Jannik Sinner leads the seedings at the Madrid Open in Djokovic's absence, facing a qualifier in his opening match.
Top women players Iga Swiatek and Aryna Sabalenka aim for titles at the Madrid Open, with Swiatek seeking her first win at the event.