Montreal Loses Big Names as Sinner and Djokovic Step Aside
According to recent tournament announcements and tennis reporting, both stars joined Carlos Alcaraz in skipping the prestigious ATP Masters 1000 event, which runs in August. Sinner, the reigning champion in Montreal after his 2023 victory in Toronto, expressed clear disappointment over his inability to defend his title due to fatigue and physical management.
Balancing a Heavy Calendar in an Olympic Season
For Sinner, stepping away from Montreal means missing a golden opportunity to secure crucial ranking points at a venue where he triumphed just a year prior.
Swiss and Italian sports outlets noted the widespread surprise surrounding the decision, particularly given the Italian player’s status as one of the tour’s most consistent competitors on hard courts.
A Widely Altered Men’s Draw in Montreal
Shifting Focus to Cincinnati and New York
Sinner’s team has indicated that the focus remains on regaining full fitness for the upcoming major tournaments.
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