It was a little bit of everything in the quarterfinal match between Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev at the US Open. But Sinner reigned 6-2 1-6 6-1 6-4 in the end over the Russian player. This is the first time for the World No.1 to reach the semi-final at the US Open.
In the beginning, there was little rhythm in the match as Sinner and Medvedev volleyed back and forth. The match grew steadily and reached its momentum. There was a competitive fierceness in Medvedev, but the Italian played with his cool and calm composure.
He had control of the game and showed his backhand now and then. Medvedev, 28, tried to keep up with Sinner’s tricks and powerful backhand, and unpredictable shifts. He forced the match into four lengthy matches, only to lose to his skillful opponent.
Sinner, 23, is the third Italian man in the Open Era to have achieved this record, after Corrado Barazzutti and Matteo Berrettini. He is set to face Jack Draper.
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Mats Wilander is all Praises For Jannik Sinner
Meanwhile, former World No. 1 Mats Wilander who won seven major singles titles has commended Sinner for his gameplay. The now retired Swedish professional tennis player said the youngster has a great attitude and works hard. Wilander lauded Sinner for continuous development of the game.
He said the Italian continues to grow, serve and volley during the last matches. Wilander observed that Sinner plays drop shots – doing everything to stay No.1 in the world of tennis. He believes that Sinner is improving more and more, and this can be easily seen in the matches he plays. The youngster does not want to settle with just being No. 1, he wants to enhance his skills and bring something new into the game.
