
Jannik Sinner, the No. 1 tennis player in the world, has announced his withdrawal from the Olympics due to being diagnosed with tonsillitis. Sinner, 22, shared the news on Instagram, expressing his disappointment at not being able to participate in the Paris Olympic Games. After experiencing illness following a week of clay training, Sinner consulted a doctor who advised against playing due to tonsillitis.
In June, Sinner made history by becoming the first Italian man to reach the world No. 1 ranking and winning the 2024 Australian Open. Missing the Olympics was a significant blow for Sinner, who had been looking forward to representing his country at the prestigious event.