Sinner withdraws from China Open as knee problem persists
Jannik Sinner announced on September 25 that he will not compete at the China Open in Beijing because of a right knee injury. The world No. 1 has not played since winning Wimbledon in July and will lose the ranking points from his 2025 Beijing title. He hopes to return at the Shanghai Masters, which starts October 7.
Sinner’s Beijing withdrawal is his fourth absence since Wimbledon, following missed events in Canada, Cincinnati and New York. He won the 2025 China Open by defeating Learner Tien, so those ranking points will now be lost.
He shared the news in a video message to Chinese fans, explaining his knee had not reached the desired condition. His planned return is the Shanghai Masters, starting October 7. Ben Shelton’s withdrawal also reshapes the top of the Asian draws.
Sinner’s absence may disappoint fans in Beijing and reduce star power for the China Open, potentially affecting attendance, broadcast interest and sponsor visibility. It could also alter the ranking race and give other players a clearer opportunity. Shanghai organizers may hope he recovers in time, while Shelton’s withdrawal could further change the Asian swing’s competitive balance.