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Sinner withdraws from Shanghai, Zverev eyes World No. 1
Sinner drops out of Shanghai Masters due to knee injury, Zverev targets World No. 1 ranking.
In brief
Sinner drops out of Shanghai Masters due to knee injury, Zverev targets World No. 1 ranking. Jannik Sinner withdraws from the Rolex Shanghai Masters due to persistent knee injury, opening a path for Alexander Zverev to claim World No. 1 ranking. Originally reported by Tennis Majors.
Sinner withdraws from Shanghai Masters
Jannik Sinner withdraws from the Rolex Shanghai Masters due to persistent knee injury, missing the Asian swing.
Zverev eyes World No. 1 spot
Alexander Zverev could claim World No. 1 ranking if Sinner withdraws from the Shanghai Masters.
Sinner's injury timeline
Sinner skipped the China Open in Beijing and now misses the entire Asian swing due to ongoing right knee issues.
Sinner's apology
Sinner expressed disappointment, stating he won't play at the Rolex Shanghai Masters this year as his knee is not where he would like it to be.
Zverev's ranking opportunity
Zverev could ascend to World No. 1 as early as this Masters 1000 fortnight with Sinner's absence.
Sinner's upcoming events
Sinner will compete in the Vienna Open starting October 24 and the Paris Masters, with four tournaments remaining on his schedule.
The essence
Jannik Sinner withdraws from the Rolex Shanghai Masters due to persistent knee injury, opening a path for Alexander Zverev to claim World No. 1 ranking.
