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Jannik Sinner withdraws from Paris Masters a week after banking £4.6m Saudi prize money


Jannik Sinner has withdrawn form the Paris Masters a week after banking a £4.6million prize in Saudi Arabia. The Italian has cited a virus for his exit from the tournament, where he was due to begin tomorrow.

In a video message posted to fans via the tournament’s social channels, Sinner said: “Hey guys, I’m here. I’m very disappointed to tell you that I am not able to play here at this tournament.

“I came very early here to prepare and then I felt sick. I’m having a virus at the moment, which is gonna pass in the next two or three days. Body-wise, I am not able to compete.

“I am very, very sorry for that. I will see you guys [in Paris] next year, hopefully it will be a great year. And this year – without me! Hopefully I’ll see you next year. Ciao.”

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