Shapovalov's injury troubles continue with frustrating first-round exit from NBO
Canadian tennis player Denis Shapovalov was forced to retire from his first-round match at the National Bank Open due to a recurring leg injury. This setback continues a difficult season for the athlete, who has struggled with multiple physical ailments throughout the year.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the physical toll of professional tennis and the challenges athletes face in maintaining consistency while managing chronic injuries.
Denis Shapovalov of Canada looks on following his match with Zachary Svajda of USA on day three of the National Bank Open tennis tournament in Montreal on Tuesday August 4, 2026. (Christopher Katsarov/CP) MONTREAL — Denis Shapovalov’s run at the National Bank Open presented by Rogers was cut dramatically short on Tuesday afternoon when he hobbled off centre court at IGA Stadium after injuries forced him to concede his first-round match to USA’s Zachary Svajda.
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