Sinner and Draper Withdraw from US Open Due to Injuries

World number one Jannik Sinner and British tennis player Jack Draper will not participate in the upcoming US Open due to injuries. Sinner has been sidelined since his Wimbledon victory in July, grappling with a knee issue that has prevented him from returning to competitive play.

Sinner's announcement follows that of his rival Carlos Alcaraz, who confirmed his participation in the tournament after recovering from a wrist injury that kept him out for four months. The Italian expressed disappointment over his decision, noting the significance of the US Open to him personally.

Draper, who faced Sinner in the semi-finals of the 2024 US Open, has been dealing with a long-standing arm injury that has severely limited his play. Once ranked among the top five in the world, Draper has only competed in 16 matches over the past year and has missed all four Grand Slam events this season due to the injury.

Both players have been key figures in the men’s tennis scene, with Sinner having claimed multiple Grand Slam titles and Draper showing promise with significant tournament performances prior to his injury. Their absence from the US Open marks a notable gap in the competition, particularly in light of their recent rivalry with Alcaraz.