Jannik Sinner Withdraws from 2026 US Open Due to Knee Injury; Shelton Emerges as Contender
World No. 1 tennis player Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the 2026 US Open due to knee inflammation sustained after Wimbledon, with a return expected around the China Open in late September. His absence, along with fitness concerns for defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, has opened the field at the US Open. American player Ben Shelton, ranked No. 6 and recent Canadian Open champion, is seen as a leading contender to advance in the tournament.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
firstpost broke this story on 27 Aug, 07:25 am. Other outlets followed.