Berrettini withdraws from competing in upcoming tournaments due to "chronic hip pain"

Matteo Berrettini faces a serious physical setback once again. The Italian tennis player announced on Monday, through his social media, that he will not participate in the ATP tournaments in Gstaad and Kitzbühel after being diagnosed with chronic hip pain, an ailment that will once again force him to stop his competitive activity.

"I wanted to share an update. Unfortunately, I will no longer play in Gstaad or Kitzbühel. After consulting with my doctor and team, I have been diagnosed with chronic hip pain and they have advised me that the best decision is to withdraw from these tournaments and rest to be ready for the American tour," explained the Italian.

The news represents another blow for a player whose career has been marked by injuries in recent seasons. After reaching the final of Wimbledon 2021 and establishing himself among the world's best, Berrettini has faced constant physical problems that have prevented him from regaining the consistency and level that led him to compete for the most prestigious titles on the circuit.

Berrettini has been suffering from injuries and setbacks that greatly limit his career for years

The Italian did not provide further details on the exact extent of this ailment, although the fact that it has been classified as chronic pain suggests that it is a problem that will require particularly careful management in the coming months.

Nevertheless, the message also conveys a note of optimism. Berrettini's goal is to arrive in the best possible conditions for the North American hard court tour, one of the most important stretches of the calendar before the US Open. "Thank you for your continuous support. See you on the hard courts," concluded the Italian, hoping that this new period of rest will allow him to compete again without the physical limitations that have so significantly impacted his career.