Overview

• World No. 1 jarred his left ankle/foot at 2-2 in the first set against Sebastian Baez, took a medical timeout and returned with heavy strapping.
• He closed out a 6-4, 6-2 win after a rain interruption and later said he was “scared” when the injury occurred.
• Reports from Marca and other outlets say he felt pain 24 hours later and skipped Friday’s practice to rest.
• Tournament and team medical staff are monitoring the issue, and no official withdrawal has been announced for the round-of-16 match with Bergs.
• His decision factors in the congested late-season slate, including the Shanghai Masters, the ATP Finals and Spain’s Davis Cup commitments.