Overview

• Jannik Sinner announced his withdrawal from the Italian Open, citing a persistent hip injury sustained at the Madrid Open.
• Carlos Alcaraz also pulls out of the Rome tournament due to a forearm injury, reducing competition for top players.
• The withdrawals are seen as an opportunity for Novak Djokovic to end his season's victory drought.
• Despite the setbacks, Sinner aims to recover in time for the upcoming French Open starting May 26.
• The Italian Open faces significant impact with the absence of fan favorites Sinner and Alcaraz, shifting dynamics of the tournament.