'Not ready to compete': Sinner pulls out of tournament ahead of US Open
Men's tennis world number one Jannik Sinner pulls out of the Cincinnati Open with a right knee injury, handing the Italian a blow in his preparations for this month's US Open.
Jannik Sinner, the world's top-ranked tennis player, has announced his withdrawal from the upcoming Cincinnati Open due to a persistent right knee issue. This comes just weeks before his scheduled appearance at the prestigious US Open in New York. The tournament, which kicks off on August 13, is seen as a crucial warm-up event for Sinner ahead of the US Open, which starts on August 30.
Sinner, who recently claimed his fifth grand slam title at Wimbledon, had also pulled out of the Canadian Open, another key warm-up event for the US Open. The 24-year-old Italian tennis star had been in discussions with his medical team and coaches regarding his knee condition. Despite their efforts to get him ready for the match, Sinner admitted he is not yet fit to compete.
"I'm very disappointed not to be able to play in Cincinnati," Sinner stated in a statement. "I can't wait to be back next year and I'm now focusing on getting ready for the U.S. Open." The withdrawal of Sinner, who won the Cincinnati title in 2024 and finished as runner-up last year, further weakens the field at the Cincinnati Open. Adding to the disappointment for Sinner, US Open champion Carlos Alcaraz is also sidelined with a wrist injury.
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