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Sinner’s Turin Triumph: Italian Ace Continues Unstoppable Indoor Streak, Eyes Semifinal Showdown
Turin, Italy – Jannik Sinner is proving to be an absolute force to be reckoned with on home soil.The Italian phenom once again showcased his mastery at the ATP World Tour Finals in Turin, dispatching American challenger Ben Shelton with a commanding 6-3, 7-6 (7-3) victory. This flawless performance in the group stage marks Sinner’s third consecutive win without dropping a set, extending an amazing streak in the prestigious year-end championship that now spans two full editions.
this latest triumph over Shelton, ranked world No. 5, is more than just another win for the world No. 2. It represents Sinner’s 29th consecutive victory on indoor hard courts, a remarkable feat that now places him in elite company. He’s officially matched the legendary Roger Federer’s streak of 29 wins on this surface, achieved between 2010 and 2012. While an astonishing accomplishment,Sinner still has a ways to go to catch the all-time record holder,John McEnroe,whose seemingly untouchable streak of 47 wins on indoor hard courts from 1978 to 1987 has stood for nearly five decades.
For Ben Shelton, his debut at the ATP Finals, a tournament featuring the year’s top eight players, concludes without a victory. The young American showed flashes of brilliance, especially in the second set where he battled valiantly and pushed Sinner to a tie-break. However, the Italian’s composure under pressure proved too much, as Sinner converted his second match point to seal the win.
It was a tough match, Ben served very well in the second set, I had to keep myself mentally. I am very happy to reach the semifinals again and I assure you that I seek to close the season with the best possible energy.
— Jannik Sinner (via Excelsior)
sinner’s dominant run in Turin sets the stage for what many anticipate will be a thrilling semifinal clash. The Italian is slated to face Australia’s Alex de Minaur on Saturday. de Minaur, despite a slightly mixed set record (3 wins, 4 losses) in the Jimmy Connors group, has proven a tough competitor. The head-to-head record between Sinner and de Minaur is compelling: Sinner has won all 12 of their previous encounters, including three this year.
Simultaneously occurring, the other semifinal spot is still up for grabs. World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, who was presented with the trophy as the year-end no.1 before his match, will await the winner of Friday’s showdown between Alexander zverev and Felix auger-Aliassime. The prospect of a Sinner-Alcaraz rematch in the final,a repeat of last year’s thrilling encounter,is already generating significant buzz among tennis fans.
Sinner’s continued success on indoor hard courts solidifies his position as a top contender and a true force in the modern game. His ability to maintain such a high level of play, especially under the pressure of a home crowd, is a testament to his mental fortitude and exceptional skill. As the ATP Finals reach their climax, all eyes will be on Sinner as he aims to cap off his incredible indoor season with a championship title.
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