Yannick Siner will not defend his title at the China Open. The world No. 1 announced his withdrawal from Beijing (ATP 500, Sept. 30-Oct. 6) in a video message to Chinese fans on Friday, Sept. 25, extending an absence that has now spanned roughly 75 days and stems from a right knee problem that has sidelined him since winning Wimbledon in July.
“Hello everyone, Jannik is here. I would like to send my warmest greetings to the Chinese fans. I regret to inform you that I will not be able to play in Beijing this year,” said the Italian. “My knee is not where I want it to be and I’m not ready to compete, but I’ll do everything I can to get back on the court as soon as possible. What I will miss the most, of course, is the tournament, the fans and the atmosphere.”
“I’ve had a great time in the past, winning the title last year. I’m very disappointed that I can’t defend it this year, but I’m very excited to be back next year. I wish everyone a very good tournament and I will see you all soon.”
Fourth exit since Wimbledon
Beijing is where the Sinner loses the most in this part of the calendar. He won the 2025 China Open by defeating Extra Tien in the final, and each of those points now comes off a ranking he has been defending since the end of the grass-court season.
The second half of his year emptied the tournament one by one. he missed the Canadian Open, withdrew from the Cincinnati Open and withdrew from the US Open, and Friday’s announcement is another setback for his hopes of finishing the season on a high.
His return target is the Shanghai Masters, which starts on October 7. His absence does not travel alone. With Ben Shelton out, it reshapes the top of the two Asian ties.
Awaiting Seeds, Beijing
- Zverev
- Auger- Also
- Kobolli
- Medvedev
- From Minaur
- Djokovic
- Mensik
- Tien
Expected seeds, Tokyo
- Alcaraz
- Tiafoe
- Files:
- Fritz
- to screw
- Paul:
- Nakashima
- Vacherot
