Jannik Sinner's French Open Streak Ends in Shock Defeat to Cerundolo
French Open Top Seed Jannik Sinner Bows Out. Opponent Says, "Feel Sorry For Him"

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Jannik Sinner's impressive 30-match winning streak ended at the French Open as he lost to Juan Manuel Cerundolo in a dramatic five-set match. Despite leading two sets to none, Sinner struggled with dehydration and dizziness, allowing Cerundolo to mount a remarkable comeback.
- 01Jannik Sinner was leading 2-0 in sets and 5-1 in the third before losing the match.
- 02Sinner experienced dehydration and dizziness due to high temperatures exceeding 30°C during the match.
- 03Juan Manuel Cerundolo, ranked 56th in the world, achieved the biggest win of his career by defeating the top seed.
- 04This marks Sinner's earliest exit from a Grand Slam since the same round at the 2023 French Open.
- 05Cerundolo expressed sympathy for Sinner, stating he felt lucky to win and hoped Sinner would recover.
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Top seed Jannik Sinner's remarkable 30-match winning streak came to an unexpected end at the French Open as he lost to Juan Manuel Cerundolo in a dramatic five-set match. Sinner, who was favored to win, started strong, taking a two-set lead and leading 5-1 in the third set. However, he faced severe dehydration and dizziness due to the sweltering temperatures, which peaked above 30°C during a record heatwave in France. As Sinner's condition deteriorated, Cerundolo seized the opportunity, winning the match 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1. This defeat marks Sinner's earliest exit from a major tournament since his second-round loss at the same event last year. Cerundolo, ranked 56th, expressed his sympathy for Sinner, acknowledging the top seed's struggle and stating, 'I feel sorry for him. He was deserving to win.' Cerundolo will next face either Martin Landaluce or Vit Kopriva in the third round.
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Sinner's loss may affect his future performance and ranking in the tournament circuit.
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