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Shanghai Masters Heat Takes Toll: Djokovic Vomits On Court, Sinner Retires

Oppressive heat and humidity, plus ATP limits on roof use and on‑court cramp treatment, have intensified concerns over player safety and scheduling.

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Novak Djokovic

Overview

  • Novak Djokovic recovered from vomiting twice during play to beat qualifier Yannick Hanfmann 4-6, 7-5, 6-3 and reach the last 16.
  • Djokovic described the conditions as “brutal,” with temperatures near 30°C and humidity around or above 80 percent.
  • Defending champion Jannik Sinner retired with severe cramp in the third set against Tallon Griekspoor and has withdrawn from the event.
  • Stefanos Tsitsipas pulled out with a physical issue as other seeds struggled, including Taylor Fritz, who lost to Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard.
  • Viral clips of Djokovic being sick fueled calls for the ATP to review heat protocols and roof policies, with cramping currently not eligible for on‑court treatment.