Jannik Sinner reaches the Wimbledon quarterfinals despite a bad elbow when an injured Dimitrov stops
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Jannik Sinner reached the Wimbledon quarterfinals after initially trailing Grigor Dimitrov and experiencing an elbow injury. Dimitrov retired in the third set, suffering from a pectoral injury, marking his fifth consecutive Grand Slam tournament where he could not complete a match. Sinner expressed concern for Dimitrov's health, emphasizing their friendship. During the match, Dimitrov showed visible distress after serving and communicated his injury to Sinner before stepping away from the competition.
Sinner advanced to the Wimbledon quarterfinals despite hurting his right elbow in a fall and dropping the first two sets against Dimitrov, who then quit due to injury.
Dimitrov withdrew from the match during the third set, marking the fifth consecutive Grand Slam tournament where he has failed to complete a match.
Sinner expressed concern for Dimitrov, stating he hopes for his speedy recovery and noting their close friendship off the court.
Dimitrov clutched his chest after serving and confirmed to Sinner that his issue was with his pectoral muscle, ultimately leading to his withdrawal.
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