Arthur Fils, retired in Rome. Photo: gettyimages
The old ghosts reappear. Arthur Fils has seen his projection limited for years by physical problems, which arise whenever he plays several tournaments competing at a high level consecutively. The Frenchman could barely complete four games in his debut against Andrea Pellegrino at the ATP Masters 1000 Rome 2026, retiring due to back issues while trailing 4-0.
🔴 DOUBLE BREAK, Arthur Fils 🇫🇷 takes a medical timeout off-court after just three games in Rome. 🤕
— Univers Tennis 🎾 (@UniversTennis) May 9, 2026
The physio seems to be focusing on the back... pic.com/ODvONHznMi
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