The absence of Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz's physical condition turn the last major of 2026 into a golden opportunity for the Serbian tennis player.
Jannik Sinner
The absence of the Italian from the upcoming US Open concludes his participation in Grand Slams in 2026: title at Wimbledon, semifinals in Australia... is that enough for an outstanding rating?
The absence of the Italian player significantly impacts what will happen in the US Open draw, with Alcaraz being the main beneficiary.
The Italian has communicated on his social media that his knee is not ready to play in the last Grand Slam of the year.
The prestigious American coach believes that the Italian and Spanish tennis players are well above the rest of the circuit, and as of today, they have no rivals.
The renowned French coach has remained positive despite the knee injury that has cast doubt on the world number 1's participation in New York.
The Italian is not entirely confident due to his knee problems, which have deprived him of competing in the ATP Cincinnati.
The Serbian acknowledges that there are similarities between the Italian's play and movement on the court and his own.
The latest information coming from Italy reveals a certain pessimism about the Italian's physical condition: he will need several tests if he wants to play in New York.
Italian and Spanish will be presented at the US Open 2026 with the challenge of being the first tennis player to win the American Grand Slam without having previously competed in Canada or Cincinnati.
