Andre Agassi criticizes Jannik Sinner's preparation for French Open exit
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 2:34 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Andre Agassi has criticized Jannik Sinner for a lack of preparation leading to his early exit from the French Open on May 28, 2026. Sinner, who was the top seed and heavily favored, lost to Juan Manuel Cerundolo after cramping despite being one game away from victory. Agassi pointed out that Sinner's collapse in the heat was unacceptable, as players should manage conditions more effectively. With Sinner's surprise loss, the men's draw at Roland Garros opens up for a potential first-time major winner, as both he and Carlos Alcaraz are now out.
- •Jannik Sinner lost in the second round to Juan Manuel Cerundolo.
- •Agassi highlighted flaws in Sinner's preparation for heat conditions.
- •Sinner had a 30-match winning streak prior to this loss.
- •The match saw Sinner cramp after initially leading significantly.
- •The men's draw now features no top players, increasing chances for others.
- 2:34 PMYahoo Sports — Andre Agassi Calls Out ‘Flaw’ In Jannik Sinner’s Preparation: ‘There’s No Excuse’
- 10:57 AMYahoo Sports — Andre Agassi criticises Jannik Sinner after French Open shock: ‘There’s no excuse’
"The eight-time major winner accused Sinner of a lack of preparation for the difficult conditions in the first week in Paris
"Speaking on TNT Sports coverage, Agassi said there was "no excuse" for him to "hit a wall" so soon into the match.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 2:34 PMAndre Agassi Calls Out ‘Flaw’ In Jannik Sinner’s Preparation: ‘There’s No Excuse’
Speaking on TNT Sports coverage, Agassi said there was "no excuse" for him to "hit a wall" so soon into the match.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 10:57 AMAndre Agassi criticises Jannik Sinner after French Open shock: ‘There’s no excuse’
The eight-time major winner accused Sinner of a lack of preparation for the difficult conditions in the first week in Paris
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