Matteo Berrettini’s US Open Nightmare: Forced Retirement Due to Ankle Injury

Italian tennis player Matteo Berrettini’s streak of bad luck with injuries continued at the US Open when he was forced to retire hurt due to an ankle injury. The former Wimbledon finalist has struggled with injuries over the past two years, impacting his performance and ranking on the ATP tour.

During his match against Arthur Rinderknech, Berrettini rolled his ankle in the second set and fell to the ground in agony. He ultimately decided to call it quits while trailing 4-6 3-5, being wheeled off the court in a wheelchair as he held his head in despair.

Fans and commentators expressed their shock and sympathy for Berrettini, with many describing the scenes as “awful” and “horrible.” Some criticized the delay in getting medical attention for the player, calling for changes in the rules to ensure quicker assistance for injured players.

In addition to Berrettini’s unfortunate exit, other veterans faced challenges at the tournament. Andy Murray suffered an early exit, acknowledging that deep runs in major tournaments may no longer be within his reach. John Isner also bid farewell to his professional singles career after a tough match that took a toll on the 38-year-old.

Despite the setbacks, Swiss player Stan Wawrinka made history by becoming the oldest man to reach the third round of the US Open since 1991. Wawrinka’s success served as a bright spot amid a day of mixed emotions and challenges for players at Flushing Meadows.

With the US Open continuing to unfold, fans are eagerly awaiting more exciting matches and unexpected outcomes as the tournament progresses.