New Delhi, Oct. 6 -- Defending champion Jannik Sinner was forced to retire hurt due to severe cramping during his Shanghai Masters 2025 third round match against the Netherlands' Tallon Griekspoor, bringing his title defence to an abrupt halt.
Jannik Sinner retired hurt from severe cramping at the Shanghai Masters 2025 yesterday in a hard-fought battle against Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor, according to the Olympics.com.
Griekspoor advanced to the next round after leading 6-7 (3), 7-5, 3-2, when Sinner, struggling with cramps, could no longer continue.
Highlighting the match, the website noted, "The opening set was evenly poised, with Griekspoor's booming serves causing all sorts of problems for the Italian. Neither could earn a break point...