Alcaraz wins the Cincinnati Open after Sinner retires in the first set because of illness

Carlos Alcaraz secured the Cincinnati Open title. Jannik Sinner retired early in the first set due to illness. Sinner's retirement occurred after trailing 5-0. He had been on a 12-match winning streak. Alcaraz expressed his happiness at winning the trophy. He also wished Sinner a speedy recovery. The Cincinnati Open serves as a tune-up for the U.S. Open.