The ATP Masters 1000 event in Cincinnati has seen a notable shift in its player lineup following the withdrawal of three prominent names. Alexander Bublik, Matteo Berrettini, and Jenson Brooksby—who had planned to use a protected ranking—have all pulled out of the tournament. Bublik, fresh off consecutive wins in Gstaad and Kitzbühel, opted for rest ahead of the US Open. Berrettini continues to struggle with physical issues, and Brooksby, recently defeated in Toronto, chose not to enter the draw.
New Entrants Step Into the Spotlight
With these absences, Hugo Dellien, Juncheng Shang, and Borna Coric have been elevated directly into the main draw. Each of these players now has a chance to make a deeper run in one of the season’s most competitive hard-court events. Their inclusion adds fresh intrigue to the tournament, especially as the field prepares for the final stretch leading into the US Open.
Implications for the Tournament Landscape
The reshuffling of the draw could have ripple effects on matchups and seedings. Fans and analysts alike will be watching to see how the new entrants perform and whether their presence alters the dynamics of the tournament. With top contenders like Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic still in the mix, Cincinnati promises high-stakes drama despite the early withdrawals.
Matteo Berrettini in 2025
Now the world no.57, Matteo played his last match on the 30th of June when he surrendered to world no.81 Kamil Majchrzak 4-6 6-2 6-4 5-7 6-3 in the 1st round in Wimbledon (draw).
This season Matteo owns an overall 13-11 match record.
Jenson Brooksby in 2025
Now ranked no.102, the American played his last match on the 29th of July when he was defeated by world no.46 Corentin Moutet 6-2 6-1 in the 1st round in Toronto (draw).
At the moment, during this season Brooksby achieved a 19-17 win-loss record. This year, Brooksby conquered 1 tournament in Houston. The American was the finalist in Eastbourne.
Matteo Berrettini and Jenson Brooksby have never fought against each other.