The tennis world has been rocked by a new controversy surrounding Carlos Alcaraz, who has been harshly criticized after making controversial statements about Kei Nishikori. In a post-match interview, the young Spanish player surprised the press by saying, “Kei is just faking an injury,” referring to the Japanese player’s sudden withdrawal from Roland-Garros due to a serious injury.

Alcaraz’s remarks quickly ignited social media, generating a wave of outrage among Nishikori’s fans and the tennis community at large. Many considered his remarks disrespectful and out of place, especially considering the Japanese player’s history of injuries throughout his career.

Kei Nishikori, known for his discretion and professionalism, decided to break his silence with a direct and surprisingly forceful response. “If he thinks faking an injury is something I would do, then he clearly doesn’t know me as a player or as a person. I’ve sacrificed too much for this sport to allow that kind of baseless comment,” he declared firmly at a press conference.

Visibly affected by the accusation, Nishikori added: “I withdrew from Roland-Garros in great pain, not only physically but also emotionally. It’s a decision no professional wants to make, and to have another player publicly question it is simply disappointing.”

The Japanese player’s statement was met with respect and applause from the crowd, and numerous players on tour expressed their solidarity with him, highlighting his career, work ethic, and respect for the sport.

Carlos Alcaraz, for his part, has not commented further on the matter, but is expected to offer a clarification or public apology in the coming days in the face of increasing media pressure.

This episode provides an important lesson about the responsibility of words in professional sports and the empathy that must prevail among athletes, especially during difficult times like an injury. Meanwhile, Kei Nishikori’s fans wish him a speedy recovery and hope to see him back on the court soon.