It has been over a week since Jannik Sinner’s abrupt exit from the Shanghai Masters, and fans have been waiting for answers. On October 5th, while facing Tallon Griekspoor in the third round, Sinner experienced severe cramping in his right thigh. Despite trying to push through, the cramps worsened, and by the third set, he was visibly limping and struggling to move. Ultimately, he retired with the score at 6-7(3), 7-5, 3-2. Naturally, speculation began immediately. With the Six Kings Slam coming up on October 15th, many wondered: would he even play for the remaining tournaments this year? Italy’s journalist Simone Eterno suggested he might sit out both Paris and the Davis Cup. Yet, until recently, Sinner had not confirmed anything himself.
Now, fans finally have clarity. A post shared by