Jannik Sinner cherishes first title in Italy after beating Taylor Fritz to win the ATP Finals

Jannik Sinner had earlier missed the Rome Masters this season due to a hip injury that hampered his clay court swing.


Jannik Sinner cherishes first title in Italy after beating Taylor Fritz to win the ATP Finals

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World No.1 Jannik Sinner is on cloud nine after winning his first career title in Italy at the ATP Finals in Turin. The 23-year-old was outstanding throughout the week, capturing the year-end championship without dropping a set.

Speaking after the match, Sinner expressed how overwhelmed he was with his latest achievement. With the ATP Finals set to be held in Turin until 2030, the Italian will have many more opportunities to create history on home soil.

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It’s amazing, it’s my first title in Italy and it means so much to me. It’s something very special. I just tried to understand what works best for each opponent, trying to play my best possible tennis. That was the key. It was a very high level tournament from my side. At times, I couldn’t have played better, so I am very happy.

Jannik Sinner said in the ATP Finals post-match interview

Italy has shown immense support for Sinner in 2024. After his Australian Open victory, AC Milan chanted his name during a UEFA Champions League game he attended.

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Unfortunately, the World No.1 was unable to compete at the Rome Masters earlier this year. At the time, Sinner was dealing with a hip injury that affected his entire clay-court season.

Jannik Sinner dominates Taylor Fritz to win the ATP Finals

With the support of 12,500 fans in the Inalpi Arena, Jannik Sinner put Taylor Fritz under heavy pressure. The American saved three break points in the seventh game, but the top seed broke through on his fourth chance. A clever drop shot sealed the break as Sinner controlled the game with precision.

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In the first set, the World No.1 kept Fritz from playing his aggressive forehand. The 2022 Indian Wells champion did not hit a single forehand winner, thanks to Sinner’s smart strategy. The Italian’s serve was dominant, landing ten aces from 21 first serves.

Sinner maintained his momentum in the second set. He waited for his chance and broke Fritz’s serve in the fifth game, which proved decisive.

Fritz struggled to challenge Sinner’s serve and never earned a break point. Sinner’s strong performance secured his 50th hard-court win of the season as he cruised to victory.