Sinner withdraws from Paris Masters because of short recovery time

World No. 4 Jannik Sinner was forced to withdraw from the Paris Masters. Yesterday, he beat Mackenzie Macdonald 2:1, but the match ended after 2:30 am local time.

The Italian was due to play Alex de Minaur in the round of 16 today, just 14 hours after his success against McDonald.

One of Sinner’s coaches, Darren Cahill, shared on social media that he was happy for his player’s victory, but that the schedule in Paris did not take into account the players’ well-being as the time for recovery is very short.

BREAKING:

Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from Paris.

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After finishing his match past 2:30 am last night and being scheduled to play 14 hours later, this is somewhat expected.

Pitiful scheduling for one of the world’s best players. pic.twitter.com/rFmPHeYD18

— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) November 2, 2023

In the quarterfinals, De Minaur will meet Andrey Rublev, who defeated Botic Van De Zandshulp 2:0 in sets, 6:3, 6:3 in singles.