World number one tennis player Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the China Open in Beijing due to ongoing right knee issues, extending a physical break that began after his Wimbledon victory in July. Sinner announced the tournament withdrawal via a video message on X, confirming that he is not yet ready to compete on the professional tour.
Knee Injury Forces Beijing Withdrawal
Sinner stated that his recovery has not progressed to the competitive level he requires, forcing him to skip the upcoming ATP event in Beijing where he was scheduled to defend his title. The Italian player previously missed the U.S. Open due to the same lingering knee problem.
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According to reporting from Stefan Bergmann, the exact timeline for Sinner’s return remains unconfirmed, with discussions underway regarding whether he will enter the Shanghai Masters starting on October 7 or target tournaments later in the month, such as the event in Vienna or the Six Kings Slam exhibition.
Milan Fashion Week Appearance
During his rehabilitation break, Sinner appeared publicly at Milan Fashion Week over the weekend, attending the Gucci Spring/Summer 2027 show.
At the event, Sinner crossed paths with Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour. In a conversation recorded and shared on social media, Wintour expressed surprise at his presence in Italy, asking, “I thought you were in Beijing!” Sinner replied, “That thought so too,” indicating that the decision to pull out of the China Open was finalized shortly before his announcement.
Addressing inquiries from Wintour regarding his recovery timeline and a potential extended absence, Sinner maintained a lighthearted approach. “Wenn ich im Jänner noch nicht bereit bin, dann habe ich ein großes Problem,” Sinner said, translated by Bergmann as joking that he would face a major issue if he remained unfit to play by January. He did not provide reporters or attendees with a definitive date for his return to competitive tennis matches.