The Masters event is reeling from a second straight year of withdrawals as Alcaraz and Sinner pull out.

Top tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner skipped the Canadian Open once again, leaving fans and organizers disappointed. Alcaraz is out due to wrist injury recovery while Sinner prioritizes his health after Wimbledon success last month. This comes amid growing tension over the extended 12-day Masters format, which many believe contributes to top players skipping events.

Sam Querrey and Steve Johnson discuss on Nothing Major that the Canadian Open likely prefers a two-week TV deal over these big-name stars.

Alcaraz has already proved he can challenge Sinner when returning to tennis.

Rather than having a full week's schedule, top seeds at this year's event include Alexander Zverev, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Alex de Minaur, and Daniil Medvedev. The tournament also saw Novak Djokovic, Tomas Machac, and Sebastian Korda decline to participate.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Alcaraz and Sinner withdraw?

Alcaraz is recovering from a wrist injury while Sinner is prioritizing his health post-Wimbledon win. Other top players such as Novak Djokovic have also skipped the event.

Does this affect player earnings?

No, sponsors and tournaments are paid far in advance. The main issue is ratings and fan engagement, which could drop with fewer big names.