Tommy Paul withdraws Canadian Open 2025 along with several other top ATP players, following a sequence of high-profile exits from the event. The 2025 Canadian Open, scheduled from July 27 to August 7 at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto, is experiencing a significant number of withdrawals, including stars such as Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Jack Draper, Grigor Dimitrov, Sebastian Korda, Jordan Thompson, and Hubert Hurkacz.
This spate of withdrawals has left fans and organizers concerned, as many leading names cited fatigue from a demanding season or injuries as reasons for opting out of the ATP Masters 1000 tournament, a key event on the tennis calendar.
Reasons Behind Withdrawals of Sinner, Alcaraz, Djokovic, and Others
Fatigue and the need for recovery played major roles in the decisions of several players to skip the Canadian Open. Carlos Alcaraz, who had a grueling clay and grass court season, including six tournaments with four titles, decided to prioritize rest. His achievements this season feature victories at the Monte-Carlo Masters, Italian Open, French Open, and Queen’s Club Championships, alongside runner-up finishes at the Barcelona Open and Wimbledon.
Alcaraz announced his withdrawal on social media, explaining the physical and mental toll of continuous competition.
After many consecutive weeks of competition without rest, I will not be able to play in Toronto this year. I have small muscles issues and I need to recover physically and mentally for what comes next. To the tournament and to my fans in Canada I am very sorry, I will see you next year!
—Carlos Alcaraz, professional tennis player
Similarly, Jannik Sinner revealed that despite his impressive run earlier in the season—including a Wimbledon title and runner-up finishes in Rome and Paris—he must withdraw to focus on his health.
I’m really disappointed to be missing the National Bank Open in Toronto, especially as I have such fond memories of playing in Canada. After speaking with my team, I have to prioritize my health. I’m looking forward to returning to Canada and Toronto in the future to play in front of the great fans,
—Jannik Sinner, professional tennis player
Jack Draper’s withdrawal stemmed from an injury sustained at Wimbledon to his left arm, forcing him to miss both the Canadian Open and the Cincinnati Open, which follows.
After Wimbledon I picked up an injury in my left arm, nothing serious, but I have to make sure it recovers fully for the rest of the season. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to compete in Toronto and Cincinnati…. See you in NYC !
—Jack Draper, professional tennis player
Grigor Dimitrov also opted out due to a right pectoral muscle injury incurred during Wimbledon’s fourth round. Sebastian Korda remains sidelined by a stress fracture in his shin, an injury that kept him from competing during the grass season and will keep him out of Toronto.
Tommy Paul’s withdrawal is linked to an injury that led him to wear a leg cast after exiting in the second round at the London Major. Hubert Hurkacz is recovering from arthroscopic surgery on his right knee, ruling him out of the tournament, and Jordan Thompson’s injury from Wimbledon adds to the mounting list of withdrawals.
Fan Reactions to the Loss of Top Talent at the Canadian Open 2025
The extensive list of player withdrawals has generated disappointment and frustration among tennis fans, especially on social media platforms. Many supporters expressed concern that the tournament’s competitive appeal is weakening as top-ranked players pull out.
One fan succinctly expressed the sentiment growing among the tennis community:
It just keeps getting worse.
—Unattributed fan comment
Others suggested the absence of so many elite players downgraded the tournament’s prestige, likening it more to an ATP 250 rather than a Masters 1000 event.
Is it time to cancel the whole Canadian Open? Line up is giving ATP 250,
—Unattributed fan comment
Highlighting the significance of Tommy Paul’s absence, another fan noted his past strong performances and the broader impact of losing multiple top players.
Grigor Dimitrov’s pec injury at Wimbledon basically guaranteed he’d miss Toronto, but Tommy Paul also pulling out is a significant loss. The American memorably reached the semis here two years ago and beat Alcaraz in a three set thriller. Six of the top 20 are out at the NBO,
—Ben Lewis, tennis fan/commentator
Expressions of frustration were common, with comments urging the remaining players to recognize the importance of fans enduring the disruption:
The last one to leave Toronto please turn off the lights and lock the doors,
—Unattributed fan comment
FFS This getting ridiculous. Send love to fans in Canada,
—Unattributed fan comment
Implications for the Upcoming Cincinnati Open and the Road to the US Open
Although the Canadian Open faces a depleted lineup, several top players including Sinner, Alcaraz, Djokovic, and Paul are expected to return for the 2025 Cincinnati Open. This tournament serves as a critical final preparation before the last Grand Slam of the year, the 2025 US Open.
Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see if these withdrawals signify a larger trend of player fatigue and injury management as the season progresses, or if the star power will reassemble in Cincinnati for a highly competitive build-up to the US Open.