This morning, August 19, the men's singles finals Cincinnati Open 2025 took place. This is a very expected match, with the participation of the two best players in the world at the present time, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. However, the unexpected scenario happened.
On the central field, Sinner proved drowsy right from the first scores. After only 23 minutes, the world's No. 1 player lost 0-5. At the first change after losing two breaks, he had to call medical staff after losing two more games.
After the short conversation, Sinner decided to give up. He sent apologies to the referee and officials, saying that he “really felt sorry for the audience”. The Italian player then hugged Alcaraz, walked out in the middle of the yard to apologize to the fans, then returned to the seat and covered his head.
Talking about his health status, Sinner said: “I'm sorry for disappointing people. From yesterday, I did not feel well. I thought overnight, the situation would be better, but then everything was bad.
I tried to play, at least to have a match for the audience, but could not stand it anymore. I am really very, very sorry all of you. I know today and Monday, maybe many people have to quit their jobs or put aside their work to come here, so I feel even more anxious. ”
With Sinner withdrawing, Alcaraz officially crowned at Cincinnati Masters 2025. This is the first Cincinnati title in the career of the Spanish tennis player, also the seventh championship in the 2025 season. However, he also acknowledged this is not the way he wants to win.
“As Jannik said, this is not the way I want to win or win the title. I can only say sorry. I understand his feelings right now.
As I always emphasize, Jannik is a true champion. I firmly believe from today's match, he will return stronger. It was the bravery of the champions, and he was one of them. Please come back stronger, ”Alcaraz said.
