Overview
- World No. 1 Jannik Sinner announced his withdrawal from the China Open in a social‑media video on Friday, saying his right knee “is not where I would like it to be” and he is not ready to compete.
- Several outlets report the problem is being treated as extra‑articular tendon inflammation with conservative care such as physiotherapy and shockwave therapy rather than surgery.
- By skipping Beijing Sinner will forfeit the 500 points he earned there last year, a loss that recent calculations put at roughly 500 points and which cuts his cushion over Alexander Zverev significantly.
- Tournament organisers have named replacements for the draw and Sinner is publicly aiming for the Shanghai Masters starting Oct. 7 as his next target, though he has not given a confirmed comeback date.
- The immediate consequence is a tighter year‑end No. 1 fight and a strategic choice for Sinner between chasing late‑season points or prioritising long‑term fitness and Grand Slam readiness.