Zverev and Bencic commence their mixed doubles contest in the US Open early on
In the world of tennis, the US Open is currently underway, and two notable players are making headlines.
Jannik Sinner, the Italian professional tennis player, has successfully defended his title in the first round of the US Open. After facing physical issues similar to those experienced by Alexander Zverev, Sinner has largely recovered from the virus that forced him to retire from the Cincinnati Masters final against Carlos Alcaraz. His first-round win at the US Open was a dominant 6-1, 6-1, 6-2 victory over Vit Kopriva, and he expresses confidence about his physical condition[1][3][4].
In the Cincinnati Masters, Sinner's performance was disrupted by the illness, but he has since returned to form for the US Open. His approach now prioritizes health management and proper rest to maintain his energy for matches[3].
Meanwhile, Ella Seidel's performance at the Cincinnati Masters has been the subject of discussion. Seidel, a rising star in the tennis world, advanced to the Quarterfinals of the Cincinnati Masters. However, no specific details about her opponent or the heat's impact in the tournament were found in the available search results[2]. It is known that Seidel demonstrated exceptional nerve during the tiebreak in the Cincinnati Masters, but her run at the tournament has been halted[1].
The Cincinnati Masters, a significant tennis tournament, was also affected by the heat, causing considerable trouble for Seidel during her run in the tournament. However, the specifics about Seidel's run or the heat's impact were not provided in the text[1].
As the US Open continues, both Sinner and Seidel are eager to make their mark. Sinner is currently preparing for his second-round match against Alexei Popyrin, while there may be limited or no recent public updates on Ella Seidel as of late August 2025[2].
[1] Source: Tennis.com [2] Source: ESPN [3] Source: BBC Sport [4] Source: New York Times
