Top Seed Jannik Sinner Eliminated in Second Round of French Open
Top-ranked Jannik Sinner loses in French Open second round

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Jannik Sinner, the top-ranked player and title favorite, was defeated in the second round of the French Open by Juan Manuel Cerundolo, with a score of 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1. The match was marked by Sinner's struggle with the heat and physical exhaustion.
- 01Sinner was serving for the match at 5-4 in the third set but collapsed from exhaustion.
- 02The match temperatures reached as high as 32 degrees Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit).
- 03Sinner had a remarkable 30-match winning streak before this loss.
- 04He attempted to manage the heat with a fan and ice packs but could not recover.
- 05Sinner previously lost to Carlos Alcaraz in last year’s final after wasting three match points.
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Jannik Sinner, the top-seeded player and a strong favorite for the French Open title, suffered a surprising defeat in the second round against Juan Manuel Cerundolo, ranked 56th, with a scoreline of 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1. The match took place in sweltering conditions, with temperatures soaring to 32 degrees Celsius (90 degrees Fahrenheit), which severely affected Sinner's performance. Despite starting strong and even serving for the match at 5-4 in the third set, he collapsed from exhaustion and required medical attention. Sinner's loss ends a remarkable 30-match winning streak that began in February and highlights the challenges he faced in extreme heat, reminiscent of his earlier struggles at the Australian Open. This early exit is particularly disappointing as Sinner aimed to claim his first Grand Slam title, especially with reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz absent due to injury.
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Sinner's unexpected exit may affect fan engagement and attendance at the tournament, as he was a major draw.
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