Jannik Sinner Withdraws from Shanghai Masters Due to Knee Injury

Jannik Sinner, the world number one, has withdrawn from the Shanghai Masters set to take place next week, continuing to recover from a right knee injury. The 25-year-old Italian has not competed since his victory at Wimbledon on July 12, which has caused him to miss the North American hard court swing, including the US Open and the current ATP 500 event in Beijing.

Sinner's absence from the Shanghai Masters was confirmed on October 3, as he aimed for a return during the Asian swing of the tour. His withdrawal raises concerns about the extent of his knee injury and its impact on his upcoming schedule. Alexander Zverev, who advanced to the quarter-finals in Beijing on the same day, commented on the implications of Sinner's injury and the competition for the top ranking.