In a surprising turn of events at the Cincinnati Open final, world No. 1 Jannik Sinner was forced to retire just five games into the match against Carlos Alcaraz due to illness. This abrupt decision allowed Alcaraz to claim his first Cincinnati crown, solidifying his position in the ATP rankings as the battle for year-end No. 1 heats up. Both players were anticipated to deliver a thrilling match, but the final ended quickly as Sinner trailed 5-0 before retiring. Following the match, Alcaraz demonstrated great sportsmanship, sending a touching message of support to Sinner, who apologized to his fans for the unexpected situation. As Sinner sets his sights on the upcoming US Open, concerns about his fitness remain high following this latest setback.