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World No. 1 Sinner Sidelined Ahead of US Open
Jannik Sinner has officially withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open, citing a persistent injury to his right knee. The world No. 1, who has not competed since his Wimbledon title defense in July, confirmed the decision following consultation with his medical team.
This marks the second consecutive tournament Sinner has missed, following his withdrawal from the National Bank Open in Montreal last week. The recurring nature of the knee issue has prompted immediate concerns regarding his physical readiness for the upcoming US Open, which is scheduled to begin on August 30.
Focus Shifts to US Open Recovery
In a statement regarding his withdrawal, Sinner expressed his disappointment but emphasized that his primary objective is now recovery. "My right knee has been bothering me and even though we have been working hard with my medical team, I have to accept that I'm not ready to compete yet," Sinner stated. He remains focused on regaining full fitness in time for the final Grand Slam of the season.
The withdrawal denies Sinner the opportunity to compete in Cincinnati, a tournament where he was forced to retire early in the 2025 final against Carlos Alcaraz. With the US Open approaching, the tennis world will be watching closely to see if the world No. 1 can overcome this injury setback in time for the hard-court major.
