Jannik Sinner, the 25‑year‑old Italian tennis star, has withdrawn from the China Open as his recovery from a knee injury continues. The decision comes after the player has not competed since capturing his fifth Grand Slam title at Wimbledon in July.
Sinner’s knee injury forced him to miss the remainder of the season, and his return has been delayed by ongoing rehabilitation. The Italian has been working to regain full fitness, but the demands of the tour have made a comeback difficult.
The China Open, held in China, is part of the ATP Tour and usually attracts many of the world’s top players. Sinner’s absence will be felt by fans and competitors alike, as he was a leading contender for the title.
At Wimbledon, Sinner won his fifth major championship, cementing his status as one of the sport’s rising stars. However, the injury that followed has kept him off the court for months.
He will now concentrate on his recovery, with hopes of returning to competition later in the year once his knee has fully healed.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>
