10
Aug
The priority for an athlete is health. Even more so for a top-level player, a crucial aspect in an individual sport like tennis. Jannik Sinner's decision, in consultation with his medical staff and team, to withdraw from the Cincinnati Masters 1000 is not only wise but also appropriate. A shockwave therapy session wasn't enough to eliminate the discomfort he complained of in his right knee. Of course, it's disappointing not to be on court in Cincinnati, where they had hoped to see the ATP number one player take center stage. But the forced withdrawal was well understood...
