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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jamie Braidwood

Jannik Sinner retires after just five games as Carlos Alcaraz wins Cincinnati Open final - live

Jannik Sinner retired from his Cincinnati Open final against young rival Carlos Alcaraz after losing the first five games of the match and struggling with illness.

The World No 1 apologised and said sorry to the fans after pulling out from the final when he lost his third service game in a row to trail Alcaraz 5-0 in the first set. Alcaraz was crowned the champion in strange scenes as the final came to an end after just 20 minutes of action.

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