Watch Jannik Sinner pull off this amazing shot at the China Open final. He took care of American teenage prodigy Learner Tien in straight sets 6-2, 6-2. The game was played on Wednesday in Beijing. It was a significant win for Sinner, as it was his third title of the season, adding to his title at the Australian Open and Wimbledon. Sinner is enjoying a great run of form and with victory today is now ranked world number two. His latest victory cements his place among the game’s greats and has him edging closer to retaking the world number one.
Sinner’s win was particularly notable for the lopsided scoreline. Most importantly, he was able to match his dazzling political game plan with equally astonishing execution and skill. On purpose, he broke Tien’s serve on the first game of the first set, marking his territory right from the get-go. The contest was completed in a brisk 1 hour and 12 minutes, with Sinner on fire throughout, firing 10 aces to help bring home his victory. This victory marks Sinner’s 21st career title, rounding out his professional achievements and establishing him as a go-to tennis legend.
A Repeat Performance
That’s Sinner’s biggest-ever victory at the China Open! This victory is doubly impressive because it was his second title at this event, coming in as it does after his first on Beijing’s hard courts. As you may have heard, he didn’t come into this tournament as the defending champion. This freed him up to play all-out for the win as opposed to playing defense for a title.
His strong performance in Beijing is a hopeful beginning, indeed. Now, he’s poised to conquer the future tournaments, such as being appointed as the first seed for Shanghai Masters.
“A very, very special place for me.” – Jannik Sinner
Even in defeat, Learner Tien showed significant potential on his way to his first ATP final. The talented young American was understandably impressed by the Italian’s performance and praised his young opponent.
Rising Star Learner Tien
Tien’s run to the final has provided a much-needed boost to American tennis. He’s putting in the work and is quietly developing right now on the pro circuit.
“Congrats to Jannik on a great week, another title, an honour to share the court with you today.” – Learner Tien
After this most recent victory, Sinner has his eyes on re-claiming that no.1 ranking before the end of the season. His strong efforts over the course of the year have set him up perfectly to achieve this one goal. Indeed, Sinner’s sole loss on Beijing’s center Diamond Court was at the hands of another incoming competitor, Carlos Alcaraz.
Looking Ahead
The tennis world will be keeping a close eye to see how Sinner bounces back ahead of the Shanghai Masters. His greatest challenge will be maintaining momentum from this championship run. It may decide whether he has a chance to climb again to number one in the ATP rankings.
The tennis community will be watching closely as Sinner prepares for the Shanghai Masters. His ability to maintain momentum from this championship run could be pivotal in determining whether he can ascend back to number one in the ATP rankings.
