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Sinner positive on Australian Open prospects, but won't rush return

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Jannik Sinner is targeting next year's Australian Open for his competitive comeback but insists he will strictly follow medical protocols to protect his physical longevity. The 25-year-old has been out of action since capturing his fifth Grand Slam title at Wimbledon in July. To support this next phase, Sinner has hired former world number two Magnus Norman to join coach Simone Vagnozzi following a split with Darren Cahill.

Key points

  • Medical protocols will dictate Sinner's rehabilitation schedule rather than strict deadli…: Medical protocols will dictate Sinner's rehabilitation schedule rather than strict deadlines for preparatory tournaments.
  • The addition of Magnus Norman provides experienced guidance without requiring radical cha…: The addition of Magnus Norman provides experienced guidance without requiring radical changes to Sinner's established routine.
  • Sinner maintains a strong personal relationship with Cahill despite their professional sp…: Sinner maintains a strong personal relationship with Cahill despite their professional split ahead of the upcoming season.

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MILAN, Nov 10 : World number two Jannik Sinner is confident he will return in time for next year's Australian Open but will not rush his recovery from the knee injury that curtailed his season, the Italian said on Tuesday.

The 25-year-old has been out of action since capturing the fifth Grand Slam title of his career at Wimbledon in July.

"The goal is to go to Australia; I hope to get there and perhaps play a few tournaments beforehand," Sinner told a press conference in Milan in his role as an Allianz Global Brand Ambassador.

"Right now, I need to follow the protocols without rushing things. I have a lot of faith in the process, and I'm working toward that objective.

"Initially, we had an impossible goal for my return in mind, so we took a different path. I'm a tennis player, not a doctor, so my only option is to trust them.

"I miss playing tennis. Right now, however, it is crucial that I take care of my body, because I want to keep playing for another 10…

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