Janink Sinner follows Alcaraz in withdrawing from Rome due to injury.

Italian tennis fans were left disappointed as Jannik Sinner announced his withdrawal from the ATP 1000 in Rome due to a lingering hip injury. This news comes shortly after the retirement of Carlos Alcaraz, adding to the disappointment for Italian tennis enthusiasts.

In a translated message, Sinner expressed his sadness at not being able to participate in one of his favorite tournaments. He mentioned consulting with doctors and specialists about his hip problems, ultimately leading to the decision to pull out of the Italian tournament. Despite this setback, Sinner expressed gratitude for the support from fans and vowed to work with his team and doctors to be ready for Roland Garros.

Currently ranked no. 2, Sinner has had a successful 2024 season with an overall record of 28-2. He recently competed in Madrid, defeating top-ranked players like Lorenzo Sonego and Karen Khachanov. Sinner was scheduled to compete in Rome, but his injury has forced him to withdraw from the tournament.

On the other hand, Carlos Alcaraz, ranked no. 3, is also set to compete in Rome after his recent match against Andrey Rublev in Madrid. The Spaniard has had a successful year so far, winning a tournament in Indian Wells.

The rivalry between Sinner and Alcaraz has seen them face off nine times, with Alcaraz leading 5-4 in head-to-head matchups. Their last encounter in Indian Wells saw Alcaraz emerge victorious. Despite Sinner’s absence in Rome, fans can look forward to the upcoming matches in the tournament.