US EditionJannik Sinner gets reprieve as Grigor Dimitrov forced to quit when two sets up
WIMBLEDON, UNITED KINGDOM, JUL 7 – Grigor Dimitrov retired with a pectoral injury while leading two sets to none, marking his fifth consecutive Grand Slam retirement, allowing Jannik Sinner to advance to Wimbledon quarterfinals.
- At Wimbledon on Monday, Bulgarian veteran Grigor Dimitrov retired injured with the match tied at 2-2 in the third set, allowing world number one Jannik Sinner to reach the quarterfinals.
- Dimitrov's fifth consecutive Grand Slam retirement, following exits at the Australian Open, French Open, last year's Wimbledon, and US Open, highlights ongoing injury struggles.
- During the third set, Dimitrov fell clutching his chest after serving an ace, prompting medical staff to attend to him before he retired injured.
- Following Dimitrov’s injury-induced retirement, Sinner advances to his fourth Wimbledon quarter-final to face American Ben Shelton next.
- This is Dimitrov’s fifth consecutive Grand Slam retirement, highlighting ongoing injury issues affecting his career longevity.
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