"Jannik Sinner was forced to retire from his third-round match at the Shanghai Masters against Tallon Griekspoor, the 27th seed, after suffering from cramps in humid conditions while trailing the Dutchman 6-7 (3), 7-5, 3-2 on. In the final weeks of a long, arduous season for all, the conditions in Shanghai have been severe this past week, particularly on Sunday as players tried to compete in 90% humidity. Many struggled badly."
"By the third set, Sinner had physically deteriorated, visibly cramping and limping badly before he had no choice but to retire. This is definitely not the way you want to win, said Griekspoor. Brutal conditions here in Shanghai all week already. I thought we were still a little bit lucky to play in the evening without sun, but two hours, 36 minutes on the clock, middle of the third set. Sorry for him, I wish him a speedy recovery."
Jannik Sinner retired from his third-round Shanghai Masters match against Tallon Griekspoor after suffering cramping and limping while trailing 6-7 (3), 7-5, 3-2 in oppressive humidity. Players faced around 90% humidity, and many struggled despite night scheduling. Tallon Griekspoor advanced after a 2-hour 36-minute contest and expressed sympathy for Sinner, calling the conditions brutal. Carlos Alcaraz withdrew from Shanghai with an ankle injury, creating a wider opportunity in the draw. Novak Djokovic reached the round of 16 with a three-set win, and Amanda Anisimova won the Beijing title, rising to world No.4 and qualifying for the WTA Finals.
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