World number one Jannik Sinner of Italy to miss rest of 2026 season due to knee injury

World number one Jannik Sinner of Italy will not compete again in 2026 after deciding to undergo treatment for a knee injury. The injury has kept him off the court since his Wimbledon victory in July. He withdrew from the U.S. Open, the China Open, and the Shanghai Masters. His medical team advised the treatment to allow full recovery before preparing for 2027. Sinner expressed disappointment at missing events, especially in Shanghai, but emphasized the need to be fully fit. The announcement was made on October 6, 2026.