Stefanos Tsitsipas underwent lower back surgery on Thursday to remove a hernia that had been troubling him for weeks. The procedure, performed in Monaco, was deemed necessary after the Greek star experienced persistent discomfort that affected his training and match performance. As a result, Tsitsipas officially withdrew from the ATP 500 event in Beijing.
The hernia had limited his mobility and forced him to adjust his service motion, which became increasingly unsustainable during the final stretch of the summer hard court season.
Recovery timeline and tournament goals
Doctors estimate a recovery window of two to six weeks, depending on how Tsitsipas responds to post-operative rehabilitation. While this timeline rules him out of Beijing and possibly Shanghai, the world No. 6 remains optimistic about returning in time for the Six Kings Slam, a prestigious exhibition event featuring the top-ranked players of the season.
The Six Kings Slam will be held from October 15 to 18, 2025, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Matches will be played on the 15th, 16th, and 18th, with a rest day on the 17th to comply with ATP rules for exhibition events.
A familiar battle with injury
This isn’t the first time Tsitsipas has dealt with back-related issues. He previously withdrew from the ATP Finals in Turin due to severe pain, and his team has been closely monitoring his condition ever since. The decision to undergo surgery was made after consultations with specialists and his longtime physiotherapist.
His team has implemented a new training regimen focused on core stability and reducing strain on the lower spine, aiming to prevent future flare-ups.
Looking ahead with determination
Despite the setback, Tsitsipas remains focused on finishing the season strong. With the Paris Masters and the ATP Finals still on the calendar, he hopes to regain full fitness and compete at the highest level.”
As fans await his return, Tsitsipas continues to share updates through his social media channels, offering glimpses into his recovery and training. His determination to bounce back is clear—and the Six Kings Slam may be the perfect stage for his comeback.
Stefanos Tsitsipas in 2025
Currently the world no.27, Stefanos played his last match on the 19th of September when he surrendered to world no.49 Daniel Altmaier 7-6(5) 1-6 4-6 6-3 7-5 in the 2nd round of the U.S. Open (draw).
This season Stefanos has achieved an overall 22-18 win-loss record. Tsitsipas conquered 1 title in Dubai.
He is also scheduled to play in Shanghai (Shanghai Rolex Masters) after Beijing. The main draw will start on the 25th of September.