World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has pulled out of the China Open, announcing that he is still not ready to compete as he continues to recover from a knee injury that also forced him to miss this year’s US Open.
The Italian star confirmed his withdrawal ahead of the ATP Masters 1000 event in Beijing, saying the lingering knee problem prevents him from playing at the level required for the tournament.
Sinner’s absence adds to a growing list of top players sidelined by injuries this season, and his decision means the field will be without the current world champion for the first time since the event’s inception.
The China Open, held annually in Beijing, is one of the premier stops on the men’s tour and offers significant ranking points and prize money. Sinner’s withdrawal opens the door for other contenders to make a deep run in the tournament.
While Sinner has not provided a timeline for his return, he emphasized that his focus remains on full rehabilitation before re‑entering competition, with hopes of returning to form for upcoming events later in the season.
<small>Source: Sky Sports — read the original story there.</small>
