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Djokovic and Sinner Struggle in Shanghai Masters Amid Intense Conditions

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Novak Djokovic Shanghai Masters Tennis

SHANGHAI, China — The Shanghai Masters tennis tournament is underway, filled with intense matches and surprising results. Novak Djokovic, the world No. 4, battled through a tough match against Germany’s Yannick Hanfmann, winning 4-6, 7-5, 6-3 despite severe cramping and even throwing up on the court due to the extreme heat and humidity.

In contrast, Jannik Sinner, the defending champion and world No. 2, was forced to retire in his third-round match against Tallon Griekspoor due to injuries, leading 6-7(3) 7-5 3-2 when he could barely walk. This shocking retreat raised concerns about his fitness as he called for medical assistance.

Earlier, Belgian tennis player David Goffin also had to retire less than ten minutes into his match against Canadian Gabriel Diallo. Goffin had been in good form, but the oppressive weather seemed to have impacted his performance severely.

Amanda Anisimova highlighted her talent by winning the China Open, defeating Linda Noskova in the final with a score of 6-0, 2-6, 6-2. Anisimova, now holding two WTA 1000 titles, expressed her gratitude toward the supportive fans who cheered her on throughout the week.

Meanwhile, the weather has taken a toll on players throughout the tournament, with multiple retirements and medical timeouts becoming common. American Taylor Fritz experienced a shocking defeat to Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, losing 6-4, 7-5.

As matches continue, several players are calling for heightened awareness of the weather conditions and proper precautions to ensure athlete safety. With Djokovic and other top players still competing, the tournament remains thrilling, filled with drama and unexpected outcomes.