Despite having a two-set lead over the world number one on Monday, Jannik Sinner managed to make it to the semi-finals of Wimbledon in an odd way as Grigor Dimitrov was forced to retire.
When Dimitrov injured himself serving an ace, Sinner was losing 3-6, 5-7, and 2-2 on Centre Court because he had been suffering from a right elbow injury.
As Sinner rushed to his aid, the Bulgarian fell to the court, grabbed his pectoral muscle, and yelled out in pain.
Before going back to the court to tell Sinner he was pulling out, Dimitrov was being treated for a broken leg. The Italian wrapped him in a hug as the Bulgarian wiped away tears.
Dimitrov, 34, has suffered from injuries most of his career’s latter years, and he also missed out on Wimbledon last year when he lost to Daniil Medvedev in the fourth round.
Since he is such a talented player, Sinner said, “Honestly, I have no idea what to say.”
“I believe we saw this today, everyone.” In the past few years, he has had such bad luck. We both have amazing skills, and I also have a good friend. We also have a great off-court friendship.
Since seeing him in this position, let’s face it: If there was a chance for him to win the following round, he would deserve it. I mainly hope he has a quick recovery, though.
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If the three-time Grand Slam champion recovers from a fitness issue, Sinner will now face American 10th seed Ben Shelton in the final eight.
Sinner has only advanced to the 2023 semi-finals, but he has never reached the Wimbledon final.
In a five-set epic against Carlos Alcaraz in June, he won the title at the US and Australian Opens, and he has since reached the final three Grand Slam finals.
Source: Channels TV
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