Jannik Sinner, the world number two in men's tennis, has raised concerns about his participation in the upcoming French Open. Sinner recently suffered a hip injury during the Madrid Open, which forced him to withdraw from his quarter-final match against Felix Auger-Aliassime. As a result of the injury, he also decided to skip the Rome tournament.
The 22-year-old Italian, who clinched his first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open earlier this year, expressed that the hip issue is more severe than initially thought. Sinner emphasized that he will only compete at Roland Garros if he is fully recovered and feels 100% fit.
Speaking to the media, Sinner highlighted the importance of prioritizing his health over rushing back to competitive play. He acknowledged that injuries are a part of the sport and that proper recovery is crucial for his long-term well-being.
Despite his determination to participate in the French Open, Sinner admitted that his preparation for the tournament will not be ideal due to the injury setback. He mentioned that playing a Grand Slam event without prior matches, especially after missing the Rome tournament, presents its challenges.
Sinner revealed that further medical assessments, including an MRI scan, indicated that his hip is not fully healed. He emphasized the need to listen to his body and indicated that he may extend his recovery period if necessary.
Looking ahead, Sinner plans to take a break from competitive play to focus on his rehabilitation. He stressed the importance of ensuring that his body is in optimal condition before returning to the court.
As the tennis world awaits updates on Sinner's recovery progress, fans and analysts will be monitoring his status closely leading up to the French Open, which is scheduled to begin on May 26.
