Novak Djokovic succeeded in defeating Jannik Sinner this Saturday. Before the entry of the Italian, Serbia led 1-0 in the semi-final of the Davis Cup thanks to the success of Miomir Kecmanovic over Lorenzo Musetti (6-7 [7], 6-2, 6-1). But within a few hours, the situation was reversed, and the observation was clear: Novak Djokovic was eliminated from the competition. First, the world No. 1 saw his 12-year singles invincibility in the competition come to an end (6-2, 2-6, 7-5), he who had taught the same Sinner a lesson last Sunday for s offer the seventh Masters of his career (6-3, 6-3).
Sinner, who had saved three match points and demonstrated great mental strength, did it again with his friend Lorenzo Sonego. In a Malaga room which positioned itself in favor of Italy, the two men delivered a high-ranking performance, offering a series of incredible shots and defenses.
The intractable Italians
Sometimes heckled by the Serbs who had several bursts of pride, the Italians saved five of their six break points. Trailing 3-2 in the second set, they snatched the equalizer at the end of a game marked by six ties and as many advantages.
Like his singles duel against “Nole”, Sinner converted his only match point to send his team to the Davis Cup final. On Sunday in the final, the Transalpines will meet Australia, qualified at the expense of Finland.
Sinner saved three match points against Djokovic
Qualification for the Davis Cup final was within reach of Novak Djokovic, but Jannik Sinner upset the Serbian’s plans by equalizing at 1-1 for Italy (6-2, 2-6, 7-5 ) -and saving three match points!- against the world No.1.
This resounding setback for the man with 24 Grand Slam tournaments against the 4th player in the world will hamper the Serbian’s fine mechanics. Especially since Sinner had already beaten Djokovic. It was 11 days ago in Turin, in the group match of the ATP Masters 7-5, 6-7 (5/7), 7-6 (7/2). But in the final of the tournament last Sunday, Djokovic, 36, taught the young 22-year-old Italian a lesson (6-3, 6-3). See you next season for new revenges.
2023-11-25 22:51:45
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