Dimitrov forced to retire when two sets up on world No 1 Sinner

Grigor Dimitrov was left in tears as he was forced to retire injured while leading Jannik Sinner by two sets to miss out on the Wimbledon quarter-finals. 

The 34-year-old had marched to a 6-3 7-5 lead while threatening to knock out the world No 1, before falling to the floor in visible discomfort with the score 2-2 in the third set.

Sinner was first on hand to rush to his counterpart's aid, with Dimitrov clutching his right pec before being helped to his chair.

He eventually left the court for further examination before returning minutes later, an immediate handshake to Sinner marking the end of his challenge.

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