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Italy’s Davis Cup captain issues fitness update on Jannik Sinner after speaking with him

Italy’s Davis Cup captain has provided an update on world No. 1 Jannik Sinner’s fitness, confirming the Italian star will miss the remainder of 2026 due to ongoing physical issues.

Sinner’s unexpected withdrawal has reshaped the year-end ATP rankings, with Alexander Zverev now poised to secure the No. 1 spot after Carlos Alcaraz’s early exit at the Shanghai Masters.

The absence of both Sinner and Alcaraz from the latter stages of the season has intensified speculation about the grueling demands of the ATP calendar, with former players and coaches calling for structural changes to reduce player injuries. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic’s season has also taken an unexpected turn, bowing out in the opening round of Shanghai to Hubert Hurkacz despite strong form earlier in the year.

Sinner’s prolonged absence underscores broader concerns in men’s tennis, where injury risks and scheduling conflicts continue to dominate discussions.

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