Italian sensation Jannik Sinner made his way to Montreal, arriving yesterday and diving straight into his first practice session on the hard courts of the Canadian Masters 1000 event. The young star, who currently holds the World number 1 ranking, is looking to bounce back after a setback with tonsillitis that led to his absence from the Paris Olympics.
Sinner, who recently captured the Australian Open title in 2024, has faced criticism from Italian fans for missing out on Olympic opportunities in the past. The talented player had high expectations for both the French Open and Wimbledon, but unfortunately, his health issues have hindered his performance over the past few weeks.
The setback began prior to Sinner’s quarterfinal match against Russian Daniil Medvedev at Wimbledon, where he fell victim to a virus that affected his gameplay and prevented him from performing at his peak on the iconic Centre Court.
As the season progresses, Sinner will have to defend a significant number of points and aims to ensure he is at his best for the upcoming important tournaments. The Italian star will need to replicate his success from last year in Toronto, where he clinched his first Masters 1000 title, in order to maintain his standing in the rankings.
Despite the challenges ahead, Sinner remains a favorite in Montreal, particularly with top contenders like Novak Djokovic opting to skip the event. Meanwhile, young talent Carlos Alcaraz’s participation is uncertain due to a minor issue with his thigh, potentially opening the door for Sinner to dominate.
While some critics have questioned Sinner’s decision to skip the Paris Olympics, it is evident that his health concerns were legitimate. Matteo Bassetti, director of infectious diseases at the Hospital of Genoa, shed light on Sinner’s condition, explaining, “Tonsillitis is an acute disease that typically resolves within 10 days with proper treatment. It is understandable that Sinner has made progress and resumed training.”
With Sinner’s sights set on a successful comeback in Montreal, the tennis world eagerly anticipates his return to form as he looks to make his mark on the hard courts of the Canadian Masters 1000 event.
