World No. 21 Grigor Dimitrov, the triple semi -finalist Grand Slam from Bulgaria, officially withdrew from the Open 2025 US Open for the injured muscle of the chest. This means Dimitra’s first absence from the Grand Slam tournament since 2010 and will end a remarkable strip of consistent participation.
The injury occurred during the engaging fourth round in Wimbledon against World No. 1 Jannik Sinner. Dimitrov is before the commanding of two sets forced to retire at the beginning of the third set after the pain collapse. The Bulgarian departure meant a key moment in the tournament, and the sinner advanced to the quarterfinals in the middle of sympathy for Dimitrov’s unfortunate situation.
With Dimitrov’s download, the Chilean Alejandro Talo player was awarded a place in men’s singles on Flushing Meadows, which begins on August 24th. If there is another withdrawal, Brandon Holt is in a row entrance to the field. Holt made subtitles in 2022 when he upset Taylor Fritz at the US Open, and carries a remarkable tennis line like the son of a double American open Champion Tracy Austin.
“Updating the Male Single US Open: Grigor Dimitrov withdrew from the US Open,” the US Open wrote on their social media. “Alejandro Talo moves to the main draw.”
Dimitrov’s decision to pull out from Open USA is a significant failure for a 32 -year -old who hoped for a speedy recovery. However, the severity of breast injuries seriously hindered its ability to perform at an elite level. His absence will undoubtedly be felt in the tournament due to his strong and consistent performances in recent years.
2025 US Open will begin on August 24 and presents the best players such as Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatlek, Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka. Sinner and Sabalenka are champion defenders after defeating Fritz and Jessica Pegula last year.
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Published:
Sabyasachi Chowdhury
Published on:
August 12, 2025
