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Alex de Minaur retires hurt in Japan Open final
Original: Alex de Minaur retires in Japan Open final after superb winner
Alex de Minaur retired from the Japan Open final despite playing what was described as a superb winner moments earlier. The Australian was forced to pull out mid-match, handing the title to his opponent. His withdrawal from an ATP final is notable given his strong season, and attention has turned to the nature of his injury and his fitness ahead of upcoming tournaments.
Why now: A top player retiring in a tournament final is rare and raises concerns about his injury and upcoming schedule.
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