Jannik Sinner delivered a stunning performance against Casper Ruud in Rome, winning 6-0, 6-1 to secure his place in the semi-finals of the Italian Open. Sinner’s win, achieved in just over an hour, marks his first-ever semi-final appearance at this prestigious tournament in his home country. The victory also marks a triumphant return for Sinner, who is just two wins away from a remarkable title following a three-month anti-doping suspension.
Sinner’s Stunning Display
Sinner started the match in dominant fashion, overpowering the sixth seed, Ruud. His forehand was firing on all cylinders, and his backhand was equally impressive, leaving Ruud with little room to maneuver. Despite Ruud’s recent form as the Madrid Open champion, he was no match for Sinner’s relentless precision and power. After just 46 minutes, Ruud celebrated his first game won sarcastically, as Sinner had already taken control of the match.
“It’s as near as perfect as I witnessed,” Ruud admitted, acknowledging Sinner’s near-flawless performance. “It felt like playing a wall that shoots 100mph balls at you all the time,” he added. Sinner’s aggressive play, mixed with his growing variety of shots, had Ruud struggling to keep up throughout the match.
Sinner Reflects on His Performance
After the match, Sinner expressed his satisfaction with his performance but remained grounded, saying, “Every day is different. Tomorrow is a different opponent.” Sinner’s level was sky-high from the start, and he showed why he is considered one of the best players in the world. He will next face Tommy Paul in the semi-finals for a chance to reach the final.
A Memorable Day for Sinner
Sinner’s day began with a memorable meeting with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, where he gifted the newly elected pontiff a tennis racket. Later, he attended the Coppa Italia final, where Bologna defeated Milan. “It was amazing, honestly,” Sinner said of his experience with the pope. “It was very emotional, and something I will never forget.” Sinner’s mix of success on and off the court continues to elevate his profile in Italian tennis.
Other Highlights from the Italian Open
Sinner’s victory rounded off a remarkable 24 hours for Italian tennis. Lorenzo Musetti defeated second seed Alexander Zverev, securing a spot in the semi-finals alongside Sinner. In the women’s draw, Jasmine Paolini made history, becoming the first Italian woman since Sara Errani in 2014 to reach the final in Rome.
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