Men's world number one Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open due to an injury to his right knee, prompting questions over his fitness ahead of the US Open.
Key facts
- Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open.
- The withdrawal is due to an injury to his right knee.
- Sinner is the number one ranked player in men's tennis.
- He announced the news via tournament organisers, according to Al Jazeera.
Jannik Sinner, the world number one in men’s tennis, has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open because of an injury to his right knee, according to Sky Sports.
Al Jazeera reported that the top-ranked player will miss the tournament due to the knee issue, with the news relayed through tournament organisers.
The withdrawal has raised concerns about Sinner’s fitness heading into the US Open, as reported by Sky Sports.
As the number one ranked player, Sinner’s absence removes a leading contender from the Cincinnati field. Neither source provided details on the severity of the injury or an expected recovery timeline.
No further information was given on how or when the injury occurred, or whether it will affect his participation in upcoming events beyond Cincinnati.
Why it matters
Sinner is the top-ranked men's player, so his withdrawal reshapes the Cincinnati Open and casts doubt over his readiness for the US Open. Injuries to leading players can have a significant impact on the outcome of major tournaments.
Frequently asked questions
Why did Jannik Sinner withdraw from the Cincinnati Open?
According to Sky Sports and Al Jazeera, Sinner withdrew because of an injury to his right knee.
Will Sinner play at the US Open?
The sources note the knee injury has raised concerns about his fitness for the US Open, but they do not confirm whether he will play.
What is Sinner's current ranking?
Al Jazeera describes Sinner as the number one ranked player in men's tennis.