Jannik Sinner expects a physical battle against Zverev - UBITENNIS

Jannik Sinner expects a physical battle against Zverev

By sampaolo
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World number 1 Jannik Sinner has reached his second consecutive final at the Australian Open. The Italian player will play against Alexander Zverev in a final between the top two players in the ATP Ranking. 

Sinner has become the youngest player to have reached the semifinals in Melbourne for the second consecutive year since Rafael Nadal achieved this feat in 2008 and 2009. 

Sinner saved two set two points en route to beating Ben Shelton 7-6 (7-2) 6-2 6-2 in the semifinal on Rod Laver Arena. 

“Today I played a great match. I served really well. Getting the break at the beginning of each set was important. It was definitely the best match of my tournament. 10-0 against De Minaur ? Every match is different. Sometimes the momentum can change quickly. There were also balances matches between us, like the final in Rotterdam. Every time I expect something different from him and I always have to be ready. You should never take anything for granted and I am happy to be here and be able to play good tennis. I like the conditions in Australia and it is nice to play in this atmosphere. I just try to enjoy the moment”, said Sinner. 

Sinner is bidding to win his second consecutive Australian Open against Zverev. The 23-year Italian player became the youngest player to reach multiple finals at the Australian Open. Zverev leads 4-2 in his six previous head-to-head matches against Sinner. “Finals are different. When you on the last Sunday you feel good. I will try my best tennis and take the pressure off. It’s easier said than done. I will try to do it. I also want to enjoy this moment. Every final is special. We have faced each other before and it will be a difficult match for both of us. It will be a physical battle. He is playing incredible tennis”, said Sinner.

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