Archive · 10 Aug 2026
Jannik Sinner Withdraws From Cincinnati Open With Knee Injury
Jannik Sinner is one of the best tennis players in the world — he is the number one player.
But his right knee is hurting and has not gotten better yet.
Because of this, he decided to pull out of a big tennis tournament called the Cincinnati Open.
He said he is very disappointed not to play, but his body is not ready.
He wants to rest and get healthy so he can play in the US Open, which starts on August 30 in New York.
Another great player, Carlos Alcaraz, also cannot play in Cincinnati because he has a wrist injury.
Both champions are taking time off to be ready for the US Open, one of the biggest tournaments of the year.
Sinner's last match was the Wimbledon final about a month ago, where he won and defended his title.
Now everyone is hoping his knee heals quickly so he can get back on the court.
World number one Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Cincinnati Open because he has not recovered from a right knee injury.
The Italian confirmed his decision on Sunday, saying he is 'not ready to compete' despite working with his medical team.
The 24-year-old had already skipped the Montreal Masters, saying he decided to 'prioritise my health.'
World number two Carlos Alcaraz also pulled out of Cincinnati while continuing to battle a wrist injury.
Sinner has not played since defending his Wimbledon title last month, and the US Open begins in New York on August 30.
- Who
- World number one Jannik Sinner (24) announced his withdrawal; world number two Carlos Alcaraz also pulled out of the tournament.
- What
- Sinner withdrew from the Cincinnati Open because his right knee injury has not fully recovered and he is not ready to compete.
- When
- Confirmed on Sunday, ahead of the Cincinnati Open's Thursday start; the US Open begins August 30.
- Where
- The Cincinnati Open; the US Open will be held in New York.
- Why
- His right knee has been bothering him despite working with his medical team, so he decided to prioritise his health.
- Player
- Jannik Sinner (world number one, age 24)
- Injury
- Right knee
- Tournament Withdrawn From
- Cincinnati Open (Masters 1000)
- Also Skipped
- Montreal Masters
- Last Competitive Match
- 2026 Wimbledon final, where he defended his title
- Also Withdrew
- Carlos Alcaraz (wrist injury)
- US Open Start
- August 30, New York