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“The injury must really be serious” – Fans fear for Jannik Sinner after Italian reportedly plans to skip Six Kings Slam

Jannik Sinner hasn't played a tour-level match since winning his fifth Grand Slam title at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships as he continues to deal with a knee injury.

By Urvi Mehra · Sportskeeda

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 8:21 AM

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Fans voiced concern after reports indicated Jannik Sinner may withdraw from the upcoming Six Kings Slam due to injury.
Journalist José Morón reported that organizers are considering Daniil Medvedev, Arthur Fils, or Ben Shelton as replacements.
Sinner has been sidelined with a knee injury since his title run at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships.

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Tennis fans have raised concerns over Jannik Sinner's ongoing knee injury after reports emerged that he may skip the upcoming Six Kings Slam exhibition in Saudi Arabia. According to journalist José Morón, the world No. 1 informed organizers that his participation is unlikely, prompting them to consider Daniil Medvedev, Arthur Fils, or Ben Shelton as potential replacements.

Sinner has not competed since winning Wimbledon 2026, subsequently missing the US Open and withdrawing from the Shanghai Masters. Fans speculated that his potential willingness to forfeit a $1.5 million appearance fee signals a serious issue, with his next possible return scheduled for the Paris Masters in November.

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