World number one tennis player Jannik Sinner has officially withdrawn from the Masters 1000 in Cincinnati due to a right knee injury, according to an official statement and reporting from Milan. Sinner will spend five to six days at J Medical in Turin for further checkups and shockwave therapy before traveling directly to New York to prepare for the US Open.
Official Withdrawal from Cincinnati Masters 1000
The decision to skip the Ohio tournament came after consulting medical staff and evaluating ongoing issues with a right knee inflammation. According to an official statement released by Sinner, the team worked hard, but the player is not yet ready to compete. The tournament in Cincinnati was originally slated to be Sinner’s first event back following Wimbledon, where he successfully defended his title at Church Road earlier in the season.
Medical Rehabilitation at J Medical in Turin
Before the decision to withdraw, Sinner consulted physiatrist Melegati in Milan, who initially prescribed a cycle of shockwave therapy. According to recent updates, Sinner is currently undergoing further shockwave sessions at J Medical in Turin to resolve the inflammation completely. Rather than rushing back to defend the finalist points he earned last year in Ohio, the staff opted to finish the physical therapy protocol locally.
Direct Travel to New York for US Open Preparation
Skipping the Ohio Masters event allows the top-ranked player to gain valuable recovery time without adding physical stress to the knee joint, which medical evaluations confirmed has no structural damage. According to current travel plans, Sinner is expected to leave for the United States around his 25th birthday on August 16. By heading straight to New York, he will secure extra training days on outdoor hard courts to adjust to the heat and humidity at Flushing Meadows.
Did you know? Sinner utilized early preparation windows earlier in the year—arriving early at Indian Wells after Doha and reaching Wimbledon ten days ahead of schedule—which preceded strong tournament runs on both surfaces.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Jannik Sinner withdraw from Cincinnati?
Sinner withdrew because his right knee inflammation required continued physical therapy, and he was not yet ready to compete at the Masters 1000 level.
Where is Sinner receiving treatment for his knee?
According to sports reports, he is undergoing shockwave therapy and checkups at J Medical in Turin following an initial prescription from physiatrist Melegati in Milan.
What is Sinner’s schedule ahead of the US Open?
After completing five to six days of rehabilitation in Turin, Sinner plans to travel directly to New York to practice on hard courts ahead of the final Grand Slam of the season.
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