World No 1 Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the Paris Masters after confirming he is suffering from a viral illness.
Sinner had been set to begin his campaign on Wednesday in the French capital, but his withdrawal leaves rival Carlos Alcaraz as the tournament’s top seed.
The Italian has almost two weeks to recover before the top eight players in the world gather for the season-ending ATP Finals in Turin, live on Sky Sports from November 10-17.
“I’m very disappointed to tell you that I’m not able to play here this tournament,” Sinner said in a video message posted on the tournament’s social media accounts.
“I came very early here to prepare, then I felt sick.
“I’m having a virus at the moment, which is going to pass in the next two-three days, so body-wise, I’m not ready to compete.
“I’m very, very sorry for that but see you guys all next year and hopefully it’s going to be a great year also this year without me.”
More to follow…
What’s coming up on Sky Sports Tennis?
- Hong Kong Tennis Open – WTA 250 (October 28 – November 3)
- Jiangxi Open – WTA 250 (October 28 – November 3)
- Merida Open Akron – WTA 250 (October 28 – November 3)
- Rolex Paris Masters – ATP 1000 (October 28 – November 3 – Draper in action)
- WTA Finals Riyadh – (November 2-9)
- Belgrade Open – ATP 250 (November 3-9)
- Moselle Open, Metz – ATP 250 (November 3-9)
- Nitto ATP Finals, Turin – (November 10-17)
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