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Sinner finalist US Open after victory over ailing Draper
Jannik Sinner has reached the final of the US Open. The Italian number one in the world defeated the Brit Jack Draper (number 25) in New York with 7-5, 7-6 (3), 6-2 in a duel in which both players struggled with physical complaints.
Sinner will play the American Taylor Fritz in the final. Fritz won last night in five sets against his compatriot Frances Tiafoe. It is the first time in fifteen years that an American has reached the final of the US Open.
Draper kept the points short against Sinner, often served strongly, but too many double faults cost him the first set. Draper, who played the semi-final of a grand slam tournament for the first time, did not feel well in the warm New York. The first set went to Sinner with 7-5.
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The differences remained very small in the second set. Draper had a bit more trouble holding his service games, but he kept working his way out of trouble, even though he was sweating profusely and visibly struggling with the clammy weather.
At the end of the second set, both players had to take a medical timeout. Sinner lost his balance during a long rally and landed on his left hand. The Italian was shocked and grabbed his wrist after he had made the point. At the same time, Draper threw up for the second time on the court.
Sinner won the set via a tiebreak. He was not playing smoothly for a while, but his services remained devastating and later things went back to normal for the Italian. Draper in particular showed his fatigue on his face.
The third set was an easy prey for Sinner.
Fritz trumps fellow countryman
Later in the night, Taylor Fritz defeated Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 7-5, 4-6, 6-4, 6-1. Fritz and Tiafoe, both 26, have been rivals since their early teens and met for the eighth time on the tour. The latter had won only their first meeting in 2016.
Tiafoe took advantage of his first two chances. Fritz excelled in set two (giving up one point on his own serve and making fifteen winners and three misses), but had to wait a long time for break points.
Fritz beats compatriot Tiafoe in five sets
Fritz didn’t get any more chances after winning the second set and that frustrated him. Grumbling, he looked for support and his coach snapped at him: “Stay positive, you’re still in the game.”
And so it proved: in the fourth set it became deuce for the first time when Tiafoe hit his second double fault in a row at 4-5. With a miscue and a ball in the net he gave Fritz the fourth set, after which the fifth became a formality.
First since Roddick
Fritz is the first American finalist at the US Open since 2006, when Andy Roddick lost to Roger Federer. Roddick was also the last US Grand Slam finalist; in 2009, Federer was too strong at Wimbledon.
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Jannik Sinner Reaches US Open Final after Thrilling Victory over Ailing Jack Draper
In a nail-biting match, Italian tennis sensation Jannik Sinner has reached the final of the US Open, defeating Britain’s Jack Draper 7-5, 7-6, 6-2 in a grueling semifinal encounter. This stunning victory marks Sinner’s first Grand Slam final appearance.
The semifinal match, played in sweltering New York heat, saw both players struggling with physical complaints. Draper, seeded 25th, kept the points short against Sinner, serving strongly but committing too many double faults, which ultimately cost him the first set [[3]]. Despite not feeling well in the warm conditions, Draper persisted, but Sinner’s devastating serves and resilience ultimately gave him the edge he needed to win the set 7-5.
The second set was a closely contested affair, with both players taking medical timeouts towards the end of the set. Sinner lost his balance during a long rally and landed on his left hand, while Draper threw up for the second time on the court [[1]]. However, Sinner’s services remained strong, and he won the set via a tiebreak. The Italian’s superior fitness and endurance ultimately paid off, as he took the second set 7-6.
The third set was a more comfortable win for Sinner, who cruised to a 6-2 victory, securing his place in the final.
Sinner will face American Taylor Fritz in the final, who defeated his compatriot Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 7-5, 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 in a thrilling five-set match [[2]]. This marks the first time in 15 years that an American has reached the final of the US Open.
As Sinner prepares to take on Fritz in the final, controversy has already begun to swirl around the tournament. Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios, known for his outspoken nature, has sparked outrage with a provocative tweet aimed at Sinner and his girlfriend, Anna Kalinskaya [[2]].
For Sinner, the focus remains on the final, where he will look to make history as the first Italian to win the US Open. With his impressive form and determination, the Italian tennis sensation is certainly a force to be reckoned with.
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Jannik Sinner Reaches US Open Final after Victory over Ailing Jack Draper
Italian tennis sensation Jannik Sinner has made history by becoming the first Italian to reach the final of the US Open, defeating British player Jack Draper 7-5, 7-6 (3), 6-2 in a grueling semifinal match.
Sinner, ranked number one in the world, faced a tough challenge from Draper, who struggled with physical complaints throughout the match. Despite the difficulties, Draper put up a strong fight, keeping points short and serving strongly. However, his numerous double faults cost him the first set, which Sinner won 7-5 [[3]].
In the second set, the differences between the two players remained small, with Draper struggling to hold his service games. The set went to a tiebreak, which Sinner won, eventually taking the set 7-6 (3) [[2]]. The Italian’s powerful serves proved to be the decisive factor, as Draper’s fatigue became increasingly evident.
The third set was a one-sided affair, with Sinner dominating and eventually winning 6-2. Draper’s physical struggles continued, and he was visibly hampered by the warm New York weather [[1]].
Double Timeout drama
In a dramatic turn of events, both players took a medical timeout at the end of the second set. Sinner lost his balance during a long rally, landing on his left hand, and Draper threw up for the second time on the court. Despite the brief interruptions, Sinner remained focused and went on to win the set.
Fritz Trumps Fellow Countryman
Later in the night, American Taylor Fritz defeated compatriot Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 7-5, 4-6, 6-4, 6-1 in a thrilling five-set match. This marked the first time in 15 years that an American has reached the final of the US Open [[3]].
Fritz and Tiafoe, both 26, have been rivals since their early teens and met for the eighth time on the tour. The two players have a long history, with Tiafoe having won only their first meeting in 2016.
What’s Next?
Sinner will face off against Taylor Fritz in the US Open final, which will be broadcast on Eurosport on Sunday, September 8, at 18:00 [[3]]. This promises to be an exciting matchup, with Sinner looking to make history as the first Italian to win the US Open.
Jannik Sinner’s victory over Jack Draper marks a significant milestone in his career, and he will now face stiff competition from Taylor Fritz in the US Open final. With his powerful serves and strong performance, Sinner is well-positioned to make history and bring home the coveted title.
References:
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