Latin America Sports Daily for Monday, August 10, 2026

Sinner’s Knee Forces Cincinnati Withdrawal, Clouding US Open Prep

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World number one Jannik Sinner withdrew from the Cincinnati Open on Sunday, August 9, because of a right knee injury. The Italian said the issue had been troubling him and he was ‘not ready to compete yet.’

Sinner has not played a match since winning Wimbledon. He also missed the preceding Montreal Masters event with the same problem.

His absence raises serious doubts about his fitness for the US Open, the season’s final major. Sinner’s team has not yet confirmed a return date.

Swiatek Beats Paolini for Maiden Cincinnati Crown in Rain-Hit Final

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Iga Swiatek defeated Jasmine Paolini 7-5, 6-4 to win her first Cincinnati Open singles title. The final was suspended mid-match because of bad weather before Swiatek returned to close it out.

The Polish world number two showed resilience after the interruption, breaking Paolini’s serve at key moments in both sets. It was Swiatek’s fifth WTA 1000 title.

With Sinner absent from the men’s draw, Swiatek’s performance provided the tournament’s standout headline. She now shapes as the clear favourite for the US Open.

Fonseca Shocks Ruud, Borges Also Through in Montreal

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Brazilian teenager João Fonseca scored the biggest win of his young career in Montreal, beating Casper Ruud to reach the round of 16. The victory sets up a clash with American Ben Shelton.

Portugal’s Nuno Borges also moved into the last 16 at the Masters 1000 event. Both men are chasing ranking points ahead of the US Open.

Fonseca’s fearless hitting on hard court has marked him as one of South America’s brightest tennis prospects. A win over Shelton would take him into a Masters quarter-final for the first time.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Why did Jannik Sinner withdraw from the Cincinnati Open?

Jannik Sinner pulled out because of a right knee injury that has been bothering him. He said he was ‘not ready to compete yet’ and has not played since winning Wimbledon.

Which Brazilian boxer won gold at the World Boxing Cup?

Beatriz ‘Bia’ Ferreira won gold in the Guiyang stage of the World Boxing Cup in China. She beat England’s Sacha Hickey by unanimous decision in the up-to-65 kg final, adding to her IBF professional world title.

Who won the women’s final at the Cincinnati Open?

Iga Swiatek defeated Jasmine Paolini 7-5, 6-4 to win her first Cincinnati Open singles title. The match was suspended mid-play because of rain before Swiatek closed out the victory.