Carlos Alcaraz Wins Cincinnati Open After Jannik Sinner Retires with Illness

Carlos Alcaraz claimed the Cincinnati Open title on Monday after Jannik Sinner retired early in the final due to illness. The world No. 1 trailed 0–5 in the first set before he signaled that he couldn’t continue.

🏆 Unexpected Win for Alcaraz

Alcaraz addressed the situation with empathy during the trophy ceremony.

“This is not the way I want to win,” he said. “I’m sorry. I know how difficult this must be.”

This marks Alcaraz’s third Masters 1000 title of the season, following victories in Monte Carlo and Rome.

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⚠️ Sinner’s Condition Raises Doubts Ahead of US Open

Sinner had aimed to defend his Cincinnati crown and match Roger Federer’s 2015 back-to-back wins. Instead, he looked uncomfortable from the start. After just 23 minutes, he ended the match.

“I’m really sorry to disappoint you all,” Sinner told fans. “I didn’t feel well yesterday. I hoped to improve overnight, but it got worse.”

His status for the US Open, which begins this Sunday, remains unclear. His planned mixed doubles appearance with Katerina Siniakova is also in doubt.

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🔢 Rivalry Snapshot: Alcaraz vs. Sinner

• Alcaraz leads head-to-head: 9–5
• On hard courts: 6–2 in favor of Alcaraz
• 2025 Grand Slam finals:
  • Alcaraz won at Roland Garros
  • Sinner won at Wimbledon

Many expected Monday’s final to preview a potential US Open showdown. Instead, it became a test of endurance and health. If Sinner recovers in time, fans may still get the clash they’re hoping for in New York.e.

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