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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Alex Pattle

INSANE: Possible wimbledon upset averted as dimitrov forced to retire | Vintage Vibes

  • Grigor Dimitrov retired from his Wimbledon match against world No 1 Jannik Sinner due to an injury.
  • Dimitrov had established a significant lead, winning the first two sets 6-3, 7-5.
  • The injury occurred at 2-2 in the third set when Dimitrov clutched his chest and fell, indicating a possible pectoral issue.
  • Medical staff attended to the 34-year-old Bulgarian on court, after which he became visibly emotional and was unable to continue.
  • His retirement meant he forfeited a potential upset victory against the top-ranked player.

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Injured Grigor Dimitrov retires from Jannik Sinner match with two-set lead at Wimbledon

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