Knee-injured Jannik Sinner withdraws from US Open

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has pulled out of the US Open, citing a knee injury that requires further recovery time. The Italian tennis star announced his withdrawal on social media platform X, expressing his disappointment at missing the final Grand Slam of the year.

"Although I have worked hard with my team and medical staff, we have to make the difficult decision that I cannot participate in the US Open this year," Sinner stated. He explained that after returning to the court in Monte Carlo, he realized more time was needed to heal his right knee.

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Although I have worked hard with my team and medical staff, we have to make the difficult decision that I cannot participate in the US Open this year.

Sinner's absence from the tournament, which begins August 30 and runs until September 13, creates an opening in the men's singles draw. This comes as a notable contrast to his rival, Carlos Alcaraz, who announced on Thursday his intention to compete in the US Open following his own period of recovery from injury.

The decision marks a significant setback for Sinner, who has been a prominent figure in the men's tennis circuit. His withdrawal adds to the narrative of top players navigating injuries as the season progresses towards its conclusion.

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We have been back on court in Monte Carlo for the past few days, and I have realized that I still need more time to recover from the injury to my right knee.