Australian Open day 15: Jannik Sinner opens grand slam account
11 months, 1 week ago

Australian Open day 15: Jannik Sinner opens grand slam account

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jannik Sinner clinched his first grand slam title in dramatic fashion by coming from two sets to love down to beat Daniil Medvedev. He is the youngest Australian Open champion since Djokovic in 2008 and the first Italian man to win a major singles trophy since Adriano Panatta at the French Open in 1976. Picture of the day Tweet of the day Stat of the day Hsieh at the double Photoshoot Tennis never stops While Sinner and Medvedev battled it out on Rod Laver, Katie Boulter was among those preparing for the WTA tournament in Linz, which starts on Monday. Roll of honour Women’s singles: Aryna Sabalenka Men’s singles: Jannik Sinner Women’s doubles: Hsieh Su-wei and Elise Mertens Men’s doubles: Rohan Bopanna and Matt Ebden Mixed doubles: Hsieh Su-wei and Jan Zielinski Girls’ singles: Renata Jamrichova Boys’ singles: Rei Sakamoto Girls’ doubles: Tyra Grant and Iva Jovic Boys’ doubles: Maxwell Exsted and Cooper Woestendick Men’s wheelchair singles: Tokito Oda Women’s wheelchair singles: Diede De Groot Men’s wheelchair doubles: Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid Women’s wheelchair doubles: Diede De Groot and Jiske Griffioen Quad wheelchair singles: Sam Schroder Quad wheelchair doubles: Andy Lapthorne and David Wagner

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Australian Open tennis 2025: Novak Djokovic handed tough draw, Jannik Sinner faces Jarry test
1 hour, 12 minutes ago

Australian Open tennis 2025: Novak Djokovic handed tough draw, Jannik Sinner faces Jarry test

The Hindu  

World number one Jannik Sinner was drawn on Thursday against big-hitting Nicolas Jarry to start his Australian Open defence while Novak Djokovic is on a collision course to meet Carlos Alcaraz in the quarterfinals. Serbia’s Djokovic drew American wildcard Nishesh Basavareddy to start but has a huge task in front of him to win an 11th Australian Open and record …

Australian Open 2025, men’s draw: Djokovic projected to meet Alcaraz in quarterfinals, Sinner opens title defence against Jarry
2 hours, 18 minutes ago

Australian Open 2025, men’s draw: Djokovic projected to meet Alcaraz in quarterfinals, Sinner opens title defence against Jarry

The Hindu  

1 Jannik Sinner will begin his title defence at the Australian Open with a first-round match against Chile’s Nicolas Jarry, as per the draw ceremony held in Melbourne on Thursday. Ten-time Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic will be up against rising American youngster Nishesh Basavareddy, who has been awarded a wildcard. Fourth seed and last year’s US Open runner-up Taylor …

Carlos Alcaraz staring at Grand Slam final frontier in Melbourne
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1 day ago

Carlos Alcaraz staring at Grand Slam final frontier in Melbourne

The Hindu  

There is little doubt Carlos Alcaraz is one of the brightest stars of his generation with Grand Slam success on all three surfaces but the Spaniard will arrive at the Australian Open looking to conquer the final frontier of his young career. Should he lift the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup at Melbourne Park later this month, the 21-year-old French Open …

Jannik Sinner turns focus to Australian Open defence after ‘amazing’ year
1 day, 21 hours ago

Jannik Sinner turns focus to Australian Open defence after ‘amazing’ year

The Hindu  

World number one Jannik Sinner said Tuesday his “amazing” 2024 was history as he warmed up for the defence of his Australian Open title with a tough exhibition match victory on Melbourne’s centre court. The Italian is coming off a breakthrough year in which he backed up his maiden Grand Slam title at Melbourne Park by winning the US Open …

Djokovic eases into Brisbane International quarterfinals with 20th career win over Monfils
6 days, 20 hours ago

Djokovic eases into Brisbane International quarterfinals with 20th career win over Monfils

The Hindu  

Top seed Novak Djokovic reached the quarterfinals at Brisbane International, an ATP 250 event, with his 20th career win over Gael Monfils on Thursday. Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam winner, defeated Monfils 6-3, 6-3 to keep his preparation for the Australian Open on track. Makes it 20-0 🙌@DjokerNole defeats Monfils, continuing his perfect record against the Frenchman!#BrisbaneTennispic.twitter.com/9h3mkC3Yml — Tennis TV …

Djokovic, Sabalenka win season-openers but Kyrgios loses on return
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1 week, 1 day ago

Djokovic, Sabalenka win season-openers but Kyrgios loses on return

Deccan Chronicle  

Brisbane: Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka launched their Australian Open preparations with straight-sets wins on Tuesday at the Brisbane International but Nick Kyrgios lost on his return from injury. "To start the new season with a win is obviously very important," said Djokovic, who is pursuing an unprecedented 11th Australian Open title. Ahead of the Australian Open starting on January …

Djokovic, Sabalenka win season-openers but Kyrgios loses on return
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1 week, 1 day ago

Djokovic, Sabalenka win season-openers but Kyrgios loses on return

Deccan Chronicle  

Brisbane: Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka launched their Australian Open preparations with straight-sets wins on Tuesday at the Brisbane International but Nick Kyrgios lost on his return from injury. "To start the new season with a win is obviously very important," said Djokovic, who is pursuing an unprecedented 11th Australian Open title. Ahead of the Australian Open starting on January …

Brisbane International: Vukic advances in Brisbane with win over Goffin
1 week, 3 days ago

Brisbane International: Vukic advances in Brisbane with win over Goffin

The Hindu  

Australia’s Aleksandar Vukic sealed a 6-2 6-3 win over former world number seven David Goffin in the only main draw match at the Brisbane International men’s tournament on Sunday. He faces a potential meeting with defending champion Grigor Dimitrov if the Bulgarian can beat qualifier Yannick Hanfmann.He faces a potential meeting with defending champion Grigor Dimitrov if the Bulgarian can …

2024 Year in Sports, Tennis: Sinner’s extraordinary season, Djokovic completes Golden Slam, Nadal and other stars bid farewell
2 weeks, 1 day ago

2024 Year in Sports, Tennis: Sinner’s extraordinary season, Djokovic completes Golden Slam, Nadal and other stars bid farewell

The Hindu  

From the coronation of new Grand Slam champions to a living legend achieving sporting immortality, the 2024 tennis season had it all. She defeated China’s Zheng Qinwen 6-3, 6-2 in the final to become the first woman to retain the Melbourne Park crown since compatriot Victoria Azarenka in 2013. REVIEW | AUSTRALIAN OPEN 2024 Jannik Sinner clinched his maiden Major …

Nick Kyrgios uses ‘Federer-Nadal-Djokovic’ example to lash out at Mahut’s ‘Sinner will win that with 6-3’s’ statement
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Nick Kyrgios uses ‘Federer-Nadal-Djokovic’ example to lash out at Mahut’s ‘Sinner will win that with 6-3’s’ statement

Hindustan Times  

Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios has been involved in multiple controversies throughout his career, and now the latest one involved Nicolas Mahut. The Frenchman remarked that Kyrgios’ Grand Slam title aspirations are not ‘realistic’ due to him making a comeback after almost two years on the sidelines, during which he featured in only one competitive fixture. Kyrgios is set to …

Tennis-Sinner and Swiatek doping rows take sheen off stellar campaign
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Tennis-Sinner and Swiatek doping rows take sheen off stellar campaign

Hindustan Times  

By Shrivathsa Sridhar HT Image BENGALURU, - Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek enjoyed a trophy-laden 2024 but rather than ending the year basking in glory, they were instead fighting for their reputations after receiving only minor reprimands for failing dope tests. However, the men's world number one will go into the 2025 season facing a possible ban of up to …

Tennis in 2024: Alcaraz and Sinner share spoils in a controversial year, while Sabalenka dominates
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Tennis in 2024: Alcaraz and Sinner share spoils in a controversial year, while Sabalenka dominates

Firstpost  

Carlos Alcaraz delivered another impressive year, while Jannik Sinner clinched two Grand Slam titles and ended 2024 as World No. Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna sabalenka enjoyed success on the tennis court but it was a mixed 2024 for tennis altogether with doping controversies. This year witnessed one Spaniard, Rafael Nadal, making the tough decision to call it quits from tennis, …

Novak Djokovic to kick off new tennis season at Brisbane International ahead of Australian Open
1 month ago

Novak Djokovic to kick off new tennis season at Brisbane International ahead of Australian Open

Associated Press  

BELGRADE, Serbia — Novak Djokovic will open the new tennis season at the Brisbane International tournament, a warmup event for the Australian Open. “I’m excited to be kicking off my Australian swing at the Brisbane International and to compete again at Pat Rafter Arena,” Djokovic, who will be seeking his 100th tour-level title, said. The tournament is scheduled for Dec …

Novak Djokovic to play in Brisbane International ahead of Australian Open
1 month ago

Novak Djokovic to play in Brisbane International ahead of Australian Open

ABC  

Novak Djokovic has signed up to play the Brisbane International as the superstar Serb seeks to ramp up his bid for a record 25th grand slam title. Djokovic joins a Brisbane field featuring Nick Kyrgios, defending champion Grigor Dimitrov, Holger Rune, Frances Tiafoe, Matteo Berrettini, Sebastian Korda, Gael Monfils, Alexei Popyrin and Jordan Thompson. Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz in Paris …

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz
1 month ago

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic holds a guitar given to him by Argentine singer Abel Pintos during a farewell exhibition match for Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in Buenos Aires on Sunday. AFP Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz on the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this …

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz
1 month ago

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic holds a guitar given to him by Argentine singer Abel Pintos during a farewell exhibition match for Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in Buenos Aires on Sunday. AFP Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz on the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this …

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz
1 month ago

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz

China Daily  

Novak Djokovic holds a guitar given to him by Argentine singer Abel Pintos during a farewell exhibition match for Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro in Buenos Aires on Sunday. AFP Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz on the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this …

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz at Grand Slams
1 month, 1 week ago

Djokovic eager to beat Sinner, Alcaraz at Grand Slams

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic is ready to challenge Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at the Grand Slam stage when he returns to action at the Australian Open after an underwhelming campaign this year, the 24-times champion said. 1 Sinner dethroned Djokovic at Melbourne Park en route to his maiden Grand Slam win and the 23-year-old Italian also beat the Serb in the …

Djokovic hires Andy Murray as coach for Australian Open tennis Grand Slam
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Djokovic hires Andy Murray as coach for Australian Open tennis Grand Slam

Al Jazeera  

Former rivals team up before new tennis season as Djokovic seeks record 25th singles and 11th Australian Open title. Novak Djokovic has hired retired longtime rival Andy Murray on his coaching team as the Serbian legend seeks his 25th Grand Slam singles title, starting at the Australian Open in January. Djokovic failed to win a Grand Slam in 2024 and …

Jannik Sinner leads Italy back to the Davis Cup semifinals and a rematch against Australia
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner leads Italy back to the Davis Cup semifinals and a rematch against Australia

Associated Press  

MALAGA, Spain — No. 1-ranked Jannik Sinner won matches in singles and doubles to lead defending champion Italy to a 2-1 comeback victory over Argentina on Thursday, earning a return trip to the Davis Cup semifinals. Italy fell behind 1-0 in the quarterfinals when Argentina’s Francisco Cerúndolo defeated Lorenzo Musetti 6-4, 6-1 on an indoor hard court at the Palacio …

Jannik Sinner eyes further improvement despite ATP Finals triumph and stellar season
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner eyes further improvement despite ATP Finals triumph and stellar season

Firstpost  

Jannik Sinner beat Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4 at the ATP Finals in Turin for his eighth title of a remarkable season which began with a first Grand Slam triumph at the Australian Open. Image: Reuters Jannik Sinner says he still has areas where he can improve next year after winning the ATP Finals for the first time Sunday to cap …

Jannik Sinner earns record prize money after dominant win over Taylor Fritz in ATP World Tour Finals
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner earns record prize money after dominant win over Taylor Fritz in ATP World Tour Finals

India TV News  

Jannik Sinner won a whopping sum of prize money after he steamrolled Taylor Fritz of the USA on his way to his maiden ATP Finals trophy in Turin. The local boy produced a clinical performance 6-4, 6-4 against Fritz and became the first Italian to claim the prestigious title in the tournament's 55-year-long history. Sinner secured a cheque of $4,881,500 …

Jannik Sinner caps golden year by beating Taylor Fritz to ATP Finals glory
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner caps golden year by beating Taylor Fritz to ATP Finals glory

India Today  

Home favourite Jannik Sinner made history on Sunday, becoming the first Italian to win the prestigious ATP Finals title after a commanding 6-4, 6-4 victory over Taylor Fritz. The American, who made history by becoming the first U.S. player to reach the ATP Finals since James Blake in 2006, struggled to maintain consistency against the relentless Sinner. His win in …

Jannik Sinner claims ATP Finals crown, with doping case still pending
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner claims ATP Finals crown, with doping case still pending

ABC  

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner added another big title to his tremendous year, beating US Open runner-up Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4 on Sunday for the ATP Finals trophy before his home fans — and before a final verdict is reached in his doping case. "It's the first title in Italy and it means so much to me," said Sinner, who also won …

World No 1 Jannik Sinner wins first ATP Finals title with 6-4, 6-4 victory against Taylor Fritz in Turin
1 month, 3 weeks ago

World No 1 Jannik Sinner wins first ATP Finals title with 6-4, 6-4 victory against Taylor Fritz in Turin

Daily Mail  

A strange year for Jannik Sinner had a fairytale ending as he won the ATP Finals in Turin, serenaded to the title by his adoring Italian fans. The world No1 has two Slams under his belt in 2024 and a doping case over his head: World Anti-Doping have appealed to CAS, contesting the Tennis Integrity Agency’s decision to fully clear …

Jannik Sinner crowns remarkable season by winning first ATP Finals title
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner crowns remarkable season by winning first ATP Finals title

The Independent  

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Sinner beats Fritz, becomes first Italian champion at ATP Finals
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sinner beats Fritz, becomes first Italian champion at ATP Finals

The Hindu  

Jannik Sinner won the ATP Finals on Sunday after beating Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4 to claim his first title at the season-ending event in Turin. The golden boy of Italian tennis 💚🩶❤️@janniksin storms to the Nitto ATP Finals title on home soil without dropping a set!#NittoATPFinalspic.twitter.com/CN3uwhAznI — ATP Tour November 17, 2024 “It was a very high level tournament from …

Dominant Sinner cruises into ATP Finals title decider with Fritz
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dominant Sinner cruises into ATP Finals title decider with Fritz

New Indian Express  

TURIN: Jannik Sinner has his first ATP Finals crown firmly in his sights after crushing Casper Ruud 6-1, 6-2 on Saturday to set up a title decider with Taylor Fritz, the man he beat to win the US Open two months ago. Roared on by a partisan home crowd in Turin, Sinner extended his winning streak to 10 matches with …

US Open runner-up Fritz back in another big final and faces Sinner again for ATP Finals crown
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US Open runner-up Fritz back in another big final and faces Sinner again for ATP Finals crown

Associated Press  

TURIN, Italy — Taylor Fritz is starting to make reaching big finals a habit. This week is huge.” In Sunday’s final, Fritz will will face top-ranked Jannik Sinner — the player he lost to in the U.S. Open final. “I trust my game and I trust my level and I don’t feel nearly as uncomfortable in these situations anymore because …

Jannik Sinner doping scandal: ATP chief breaks silence, remarks ‘it was a shock, but…’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner doping scandal: ATP chief breaks silence, remarks ‘it was a shock, but…’

Hindustan Times  

Jannik Sinner is set to face Casper Ruud in the semi-finals of the ATP Finals, and the Italian will be hoping to ignore the recent criticism related to his ongoing doping controversy. The decision of the CAS Panel will be final and binding, with the exception of the right of the parties to appeal to the Swiss Federal Supreme Court …

ATP Finals: Jannik Sinner beats Daniil Medvedev, Taylor Fritz also reaches semifinal
1 month, 3 weeks ago

ATP Finals: Jannik Sinner beats Daniil Medvedev, Taylor Fritz also reaches semifinal

India Today  

Jannik Sinner continued his impressive run at the ATP Finals, cruising past 2020 champion Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 6-4 in their final group match on Thursday. Medvedev, who needed a straight-sets victory to eliminate U.S. Open runner-up Taylor Fritz, fought hard in the second set but saw his hopes dashed when Sinner levelled the score at 4-4 and then sealed the …

Jannik Sinner marches on at ATP Finals
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner marches on at ATP Finals

The Independent  

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ATP Finals: Fritz beats De Minaur to eye last four, Sinner through to semifinals
1 month, 3 weeks ago

ATP Finals: Fritz beats De Minaur to eye last four, Sinner through to semifinals

The Hindu  

Taylor Fritz closed in on the last four of the ATP Finals on Thursday after coming from behind to beat Alex De Minaur 5-7, 6-4, 6-3. American Fritz came through an entertaining match in Turin to send home Finals debutant De Minaur, who by winning a set, handed Jannik Sinner a semifinal spot. Sinner heads into his last match in …

Jannik Sinner doping controversy: Italian tennis federation chief drops verdict, remarks ‘Apart from a few imbeciles…’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner doping controversy: Italian tennis federation chief drops verdict, remarks ‘Apart from a few imbeciles…’

Hindustan Times  

The Court of Arbitration of Sport's decision on Jannik Sinner's doping investigation is still pending. The Italian tennis star was hit with a doping scandal during his victorious US Open 2024 title run. He has won 17 singles titles on the ATP Tour, including two Grand Slams, and also has four Masters 1000 titles. He finished as runners-up at the …

Sinner hoists trophy for finishing the year at No 1
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sinner hoists trophy for finishing the year at No 1

China Daily  

Jannik Sinner lifts the ATP year-end No 1 trophy on Monday. AFP Jannik Sinner was awarded the trophy for finishing the year at No 1 in the rankings before his home fans at the ATP Finals on Monday. The 23-year-old Sinner is the 19th different player to claim the year-end honor, and the 29th player overall to be ranked No …

ATP Finals: Jannik Sinner awarded year-end No. 1 trophy in front of home fans
1 month, 4 weeks ago

ATP Finals: Jannik Sinner awarded year-end No. 1 trophy in front of home fans

The Hindu  

Jannik Sinner was awarded the trophy for finishing the year at No. “Thanks for all of your support.” The 23-year-old Sinner is the 19th different player to claim the year-end honour and the 29th man overall to be No. READ | Ruud beats Alcaraz in ATP finals opener “I think he’s the man to beat for a long time,” said …

Friendly rivals Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz look set to dominate men’s tennis. Is it time to call them the ‘Big Two?’
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Friendly rivals Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz look set to dominate men’s tennis. Is it time to call them the ‘Big Two?’

CNN  

CNN — For many tennis fans, rivalries are what keeps the sport going. When Federer officially retired in 2022, fears over fading stardom in men’s tennis began to intensify, with fans coming to terms with life after the “Big Three” for the first time. “Honestly, in the last 20 years, the Big Three were dominating tennis … But right now, …

ATP Finals: Sinner opens campaign with win over De Minaur
1 month, 4 weeks ago

ATP Finals: Sinner opens campaign with win over De Minaur

The Hindu  

World number one and home favourite Jannik Sinner began his bid to win the ATP Finals for the first time with a 6-3, 6-4 defeat of tournament debutant Alex de Minaur on Sunday. Sinner, runner-up to Novak Djokovic in the prestigious year-ending tournament last year, dropped behind early in the first set but quickly hit back to dominate the contest. …

‘Do not believe Novak Djokovic is doomed’: Sinner’s coach fires warning to Serbian’s rivals ahead of 2025 comeback
1 month, 4 weeks ago

‘Do not believe Novak Djokovic is doomed’: Sinner’s coach fires warning to Serbian’s rivals ahead of 2025 comeback

Hindustan Times  

Novak Djokovic won't be competing in the ATP Finals due to an injury, which also caused him to withdraw from the Paris Masters. Speaking to Italian media outlet Corriere della Sera, Jannik Sinner's coach Darren Cahill warned players about Djokovic and called him 'a legend'. He reached the Australian Open semi-finals, where he lost to Jannik Sinner in four sets, …

Jannik Sinner’s coach Darren Cahill drops big update on Italian tennis star’s doping controversy
2 months ago

Jannik Sinner’s coach Darren Cahill drops big update on Italian tennis star’s doping controversy

Hindustan Times  

Jannik Sinner was hit with a doping scandal during his victorious US Open 2024 title run, where he defeated Taylor Fritz in the final. The US Open began with the doping controversy where it was revealed that Sinner had tested positive twice for an anabolic agent in March, but avoided a ban. Italy's tennis player Jannik Sinner attends the ATP …

Sinner gears up for ATP Finals at home after injury setback
2 months ago

Sinner gears up for ATP Finals at home after injury setback

The Hindu  

World number one Jannik Sinner said the ATP Finals will be more special for him this time around as it gives him the chance to play on home soil in Italy, months after missing this year’s Italian Open in Rome due to a hip injury. The ATP Finals, which feature the world’s best eight singles players and doubles teams, are …

ATP Finals 2024: Sinner, Alcaraz drawn in different groups
2 months ago

ATP Finals 2024: Sinner, Alcaraz drawn in different groups

The Hindu  

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, who split the four Slams this year, have been placed in opposite groups for the ATP Finals, set to be held in Turin from November 10 to 17. 1 Sinner, who won the Australian Open and the US Open, is in the ‘Ilie Nastase Group’ along with former champion Daniil Medvedev, US Open runner-up Taylor …

Novak Djokovic sets up Shanghai Masters final with Jannik Sinner as Italian seals year-end No 1
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Novak Djokovic sets up Shanghai Masters final with Jannik Sinner as Italian seals year-end No 1

The Independent  

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Sinner avoids Shanghai deja vu with assured win
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Sinner avoids Shanghai deja vu with assured win

China Daily  

World No 1 Jannik Sinner of Italy hits a return to Ben Shelton of the United States during their round-of-16 match at the Rolex Shanghai Masters on Wednesday. AFP SHANGHAI — World No 1 Jannik Sinner put some old demons to rest when he made it through to the Rolex Shanghai Masters quarterfinals on Wednesday, beating American Ben Shelton in …

Sinner avoids Shanghai deja vu with assured win
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Sinner avoids Shanghai deja vu with assured win

China Daily  

World No 1 Jannik Sinner of Italy hits a return to Ben Shelton of the United States during their round-of-16 match at the Rolex Shanghai Masters on Wednesday. AFP SHANGHAI — World No 1 Jannik Sinner put some old demons to rest when he made it through to the Rolex Shanghai Masters quarterfinals on Wednesday, beating American Ben Shelton in …

Sinner survives scare in Beijing and Fritz loses opener at Japan Open
3 months, 1 week ago

Sinner survives scare in Beijing and Fritz loses opener at Japan Open

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Top-ranked Jannik Sinner overcame a scare from Nicolas Jarry to begin his defense of the China Open title with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 first-round victory on Thursday. Fils peeled off 32 winners in a power-hitting display against Fritz, who made his first Grand Slam singles final at the U.S. Open this month. Defending champion Ben Shelton shook off …

Sinner, Alcaraz split the Slams to usher in new era
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Sinner, Alcaraz split the Slams to usher in new era

China Daily  

The emergence of hungry, young contenders, such as Italy's Jannik Sinner and Spain's Carlos Alcaraz, offers the latest sign that men's tennis has entered a new era, with 2024 marking the first time in more than two decades that none of the "Big Three" claimed a Grand Slam title. AFP Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz split the four Grand Slams …

US Open champ Jannik Sinner is a young man in a hurry. He is 23, is No. 1 and has 2 Slam titles
3 months, 4 weeks ago

US Open champ Jannik Sinner is a young man in a hurry. He is 23, is No. 1 and has 2 Slam titles

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New U.S. Open champion Jannik Sinner is making big strides in a short amount of time. “I’ve gone through a lot things quickly,” said Sinner, Italy’s second U.S. Open singles title winner, joining 2015 women’s champ Flavia Pennetta. “He creates a lot of unique challenges, because he’s so dangerous off both sides, the forehand and the backhand, …

Dark cloud to sunshine, Sinner signals change with US Open win
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Dark cloud to sunshine, Sinner signals change with US Open win

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: There’s a bit of Novak Djokovic in Jannik Sinner’s game. Tennis history would recall 2024 as the year of Sinner and Alcaraz, after all those years — from 2003, every season over — of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Djokovic written all over it. Nice to see new rivalries,” Sinner said, with the US Open trophy in the foreground. …

Jannik Sinner’s US Open title is latest trophy in extraordinary year for Italian tennis
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Jannik Sinner’s US Open title is latest trophy in extraordinary year for Italian tennis

Associated Press  

ROME — Sure he’s got the biggest and most prestigious trophies. Jannik Sinner, the freshly-crowned U.S. Open champion, hasn’t been the only Italian taking home hardware during an extraordinary year for the country’s tennis movement, though. Then Errani and Andrea Vavassori won the mixed doubles trophy at the U.S. Open days before Sinner’s latest triumph in New York — which …

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