Jannik Sinner withdraws from China Open due to knee injury recovery
World number one Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the China Open in Beijing because he is not yet ready to compete after a knee injury.
Recent tournament withdrawals continue
Sinner skipped the Canadian Open and withdrew from the Cincinnati Open before also pulling out of the US Open. The 25-year-old Italian has not played since winning his fifth major title at Wimbledon in July.
Player statement on return timeline
Sinner announced on social media that he will do everything possible to be back on court as soon as he can. He expressed disappointment about missing the tournament and fans but stated he is happy to return next year.
Impact on event lineup
His absence leaves Novak Djokovic as one of the headline attractions at the ATP 500 event. The defending champion defeated Learner Tien in straight sets in the Beijing final last year to win his second China Open title.
2 outlets, different leads
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Business Recorder
Defending champion Sinner withdraws from China Open as knee injury recovery continues
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Sky Sports
Sinner absence goes on as world No 1 withdraws from China Open
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