Tennis: Sinner Says Happy to Be Well Again After Easy Win
New york: Jannik Sinner expressed his relief at being healthy once more following his recent withdrawal due to a virus during the Cincinnati Open final against his formidable opponent, Carlos Alcaraz. Sinner commenced his US Open title defense with a straightforward three-set victory over Czech player Vit Kopriva.
According to Ansa News Agency, Sinner shared his enthusiasm about returning to the court for the last Grand Slam event of the year, praising the atmosphere. He emphasized his contentment with his recovery and his readiness to perform at the highest level. Reflecting on his experiences, Sinner remarked on the positive start to his campaign and his eagerness to compete with top-tier players.
The world number one showcased a dominant performance against Kopriva, ranked 89th, securing a 6-1, 6-1, 6-2 victory in just 1 hour and 38 minutes at Arthur Ashe Stadium. At 24, Sinner has already claimed victories in two of the three Grand Slam tournaments this year, in Australia and Wimbledon. He faced a narro
w defeat in the French Open, losing to Alcaraz in a thrilling five-set match after holding three championship points.