Step by Step Back to Court: Jannik Sinner Resumes Training in Monte Carlo

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has completed the primary phase of treatment for his right knee and has begun his gradual return to the tennis court. The Italian star underwent a specialized course of procedures and medical examinations at the "J Medical" clinic in Turin before relocating to Monte Carlo, where he is progressively resuming his training regimen.

Sinner's treatment followed a strict medical protocol aimed at managing the inflammatory process in his knee without resorting to surgical intervention. Following the conclusion of his physiotherapy in Italy, his team decided to transition to the next stage: sports rehabilitation.

In Monte Carlo, Sinner is conducting controlled training sessions with limited intensity. The primary objective of his team is to gradually increase the workload, meticulously avoiding any unnecessary risk of pain recurrence, especially during sudden changes in direction.

While there's cautious optimism within the five-time Grand Slam champion's camp following positive medical reports, everyone understands that the true test awaits on the court. The reaction of his right knee during longer training sessions and higher intensity will be the crucial factor in making subsequent decisions.

A conservative approach is paramount, as the Italian has already missed the Grand Slam event in New York, and the stakes for the remainder of the season and the ATP Finals in Turin are exceptionally high.

The ATP 500 tournament in Beijing, scheduled to begin around October 1st, is a potential target for Sinner's return. However, his participation in the Chinese capital has not yet been definitively confirmed.

The final decision will only be made after Sinner has completed the full scope of his planned training without experiencing any new discomfort or inflammation in his knee.