Tennis player Jannik Sinner promptly ventures to the practice court at 10pm, after his inclusion in an exclusive group
In the lead-up to the US Open, Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner is honing his game, particularly his serve, as he aims to make a strong impact at the Grand Slam event.
Sinner, a four-time Grand Slam champion, recently clinched a victory at the Cincinnati Open, defeating Gabriel Diallo in straight sets (6-2, 7-6). The win, which required a tiebreaker in the second set, saw Sinner advance to the last 16, potentially setting up a clash with Taylor Fritz in the quarter-finals.
After the match, Sinner expressed delight but also admitted to being unhappy with his serving performance. Undeterred, he immediately headed to the practice courts, hitting around 100 serves to work on his consistency and reliability.
Sinner's focus on his serve is not new. This season, he has encountered moments where serve consistency could have tipped the balance in close matches, including high-stakes encounters with Carlos Alcaraz. Improving his serve consistency is crucial as it directly influences his ability to hold serve under pressure and compete at the highest level across different surfaces.
In a statement after the match, Sinner mentioned that he felt the day was very difficult at the office. However, he remained optimistic, stating that he is working hard to improve his serve and is confident that the efforts will pay off.
Meanwhile, Adrian Mannarino also advanced to the last 16 by beating home favourite Tommy Paul (7-5, 6-3). Sinner's next opponent will be Mannarino, and the Italian is determined to bring his improved serve to the court.
With this win, Jannik Sinner joined an elite group of five players who have won 23 straight games on a hard court. The last player to achieve this was Novak Djokovic in 2020.
As the US Open approaches, all eyes will be on Sinner and his quest to improve his serve and make a lasting impact at the tournament. The focus is on the US Open, implying that the Cincinnati Open is a preparatory event for the Grand Slam event.
The other players in this elite group are Rafael Nadal, Sir Andy Murray, and Roger Federer. The stage is set for an exciting US Open, and Sinner is ready to take on the challenge.
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