Jannik Sinner (illness) withdraws from Paris Olympics

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An untimely case of tonsillitis has forced Jannik Sinner to withdraw from the Paris Olympics.

The Italian, who ranks No. 1 in the world, said in a statement Wednesday he was "saddened" that he won't be representing Italy.

Sinner said he began feeling sick on Monday and his medical team advised him to pull out.

"I am saddened to inform you that unfortunately I will not be a