Ready for a repeat performance, Jannik Sinner prepares to defend his Cincinnati Open title
Jannik Sinner, the current world number one, is back at the Cincinnati Open defending his title, sporting a protective sleeve on his right elbow during practice sessions. However, the Italian tennis star has assured fans and media that the sleeve is not a sign of an ongoing injury.
Sinner's elbow tweak occurred during a fall in Wimbledon's fourth round against Grigor Dimitrov. Despite this, the determined player went on to secure his fourth Grand Slam title overall and second of the difficult season at Wimbledon, wearing the sleeve for added stability with his serve.
Following his Wimbledon triumph, Sinner took a break from the circuit for a near month-long absence, spending time with family and friends. This planned rest was part of his strategy to leave his big victories in the rearview mirror, avoiding the mistakes he's made in the past by starting tournaments too early.
The protective sleeve is more about Sinner feeling stable and confident in his play rather than a sign of an active injury. He claims that the elbow is in good condition and the sleeve provides a slight sense of stability and impact control when striking the ball. Sinner plans to assess how the sleeve feels during Cincinnati's warm and humid conditions before deciding whether to wear it consistently.
Sinner's use of the sleeve at Wimbledon has raised some public speculation about injury persistence, but the tennis star has directly denied lasting pain. He rested after Wimbledon, skipping the National Bank Open in Toronto due to the elbow issue, but reports confirm he's now fully fit.
As Sinner prepares to defend his Cincinnati Open title, he is considering continuing to use the sleeve during matches. Despite the added support, Sinner prefers the feeling of pure striking without the sleeve but finds the added stability beneficial.
In the past, Sinner served a short ban for an inadvertent doping offence during the season. However, this incident did not deter him from his pursuit of tennis excellence. Sinner's recent victories, including his Wimbledon triumph, demonstrate his resilience and determination on the court.
With Sinner's return to the Cincinnati Open, tennis fans are eager to see if he can replicate his Wimbledon success and defend his title in the United States.
Sports enthusiasts eagerly anticipate Sinner's performance at the Cincinnati Open, as he defends his title in the tournament. Although the protective sleeve on Sinner's elbow raised concerns among fans, the Italian tennis star has assured everyone that it is not a sign of an ongoing injury but rather a supportive measure to enhance his serve's stability and impact control. Moreover, the news of Sinner's recent triumph at Wimbledon in the sports section has also stirred excitement for business prospects related to tennis merchandise and sponsorships.
