Overview
- Sinner announced on his social channels that he will not play the Rolex Shanghai Masters, extending a layoff that began after his Wimbledon final win on July 12.
- Recent medical checks included a consultation in Lyon with knee specialist Bertrand Sonnery‑Cottet, and French reports say the advice favored continued conservative treatment rather than immediate surgery.
- The absence has direct ranking consequences because Sinner has already missed multiple events this summer and will face large point defenses later in the season, giving Zverev a clear path to overtake him if the German collects results in the Asian swing.
- The Six Kings Slam draw has been published with Sinner listed to start in the quarterfinals against Alex de Minaur, but tournament organizers and media say his participation remains uncertain while his recovery continues.
- Off court, Sinner completed a personal milestone by obtaining a motorcycle licence, and his rehabilitation work has involved J Medical in Turin and other specialist checks as the team weighs a cautious return schedule.