Sinner’s withdrawal from the tournament was reported by ANSA based on a message he posted on social media. The agency therefore lists the Shanghai Masters among the events the world No. 1 will not play.
The effect highlighted by ANSA concerns the rankings: without taking part in the tournament, it will be more difficult for Sinner to retain the No. 1 position.
The issue, therefore, is linked to defending the top spot in the rankings. The available information does not, however, clarify the reason for the decision not to play in Shanghai.
The announcement was made through Sinner’s social media channels, according to ANSA. The available source does not, however, make it possible to establish whether October 3 refers to the time of the announcement or to the withdrawal itself.
As far as the world rankings are concerned, the consequence indicated in the report is therefore limited: retaining the No. 1 spot will become more difficult. The material provided contains no further details on the numerical impact of the withdrawal.
The news remains supported by a single source, ANSA, which directly links Sinner’s social media announcement to his absence from the Shanghai Masters and the increased difficulty of retaining the top spot in the rankings.