Jannik Sinner withdraws from US Open 2026 due to knee injury

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner revealed on August 21 that he will be absent from the US Open, the season's final Grand Slam tournament. The Italian tennis star has not competed since winning Wimbledon on July 12, and his absence from New York marks an extended break from the tour.

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Although I worked hard with my team and medical staff, we had to make a difficult decision: I will not be able to participate in the US Open this year.

"Although I worked hard with my team and medical staff, we had to make a difficult decision: I will not be able to participate in the US Open this year," Sinner stated on social media. He explained that after returning to the courts in Monte Carlo, he realized he still requires more time to recover from a right knee problem.

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I returned to the courts in Monte Carlo these past few days and we realized that I still need more time to recover from my right knee problem.

Sinner expressed his sadness and disappointment, noting that New York holds a special place in his heart, having reached the final of the tournament last year. The 25-year-old's current plan is to remain in Europe to complete his rehabilitation. He aims to be ready for the upcoming Asian tour, which includes tournaments in Beijing and Shanghai in late September and early October.

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Obviously I am very sad and disappointed, because New York holds a special place in my heart.