Jannik Sinner withdraws from 2026 US Open due to knee injury
Jannik Sinner has pulled out of the 2026 US Open, confirming that his persistent right knee problem has not sufficiently healed, reports BritPanorama.
The world No. 1 made the announcement on Instagram just minutes ago, ending days of deliberation with his team over his fitness. Sinner, 24, has been sidelined since lifting the Wimbledon trophy for a second consecutive year last month and had already missed the Cincinnati Open to allow for recovery ahead of the final grand slam of the season.
Despite these efforts, Sinner was unable to achieve the level of fitness required to compete at Flushing Meadows. In his social media post, he stated, “Despite having worked hard with my team and my medical staff, we had to take the difficult decision to withdraw from the US Open this year.”
He also revealed that recent training sessions in Monte Carlo indicated that further rehabilitation was necessary. “We returned to the court and realised that I still need more time to recover from the right knee problem,” he explained. The news has been met with disappointment from his fans as it means he will not defend his title.
This withdrawal represents a significant blow for Sinner, following a remarkable run that included his Wimbledon defence and a place in last year’s US Open final. The decision also means Carlos Alcaraz, who is competing in the tournament, will avoid a potential showdown with his great rival on the hard courts.
As Sinner redirects his focus towards a complete recovery, the tennis community awaits his return to competitive action on the ATP tour. This situation serves as a reminder that the path to greatness is often fraught with challenges and the need for patience.
