Turin. The Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner, world number 1, is guaranteed to participate in the semifinals of the ATP Masters even before his third group stage match against the Russian Daniil Medvedev this Thursday, thanks to the set won by the Australian Alex de Miñaur against the American Taylor Fritz.
By winning that round 7-5 against Fritz (number 5), in a match that is still ongoing, De Miñaur (number 7) offered Sinner a ticket to the semifinals.
The Italian, who has won his first two matches of the 2024 ATP Masters against De Minaur and Fritz, will advance even in case of defeat against Medvedev (number 4), who for his part must beat the Italian to hope to advance.
Sinner, finalist of the 2023 edition and winner of seven tournaments this season, including his first two Grand Slams at the Australian Open and the US Open, has not yet won any tournament in front of the Italian public.
The second ticket in the Ilie Nastase group for the semifinals will be for Fritz or Medvedev, since De Miñaur has lost his options after conceding the second set 6-4 against Fritz.
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How do you prepare mentally and physically for matches in high-pressure situations, particularly when already securing your spot in the semifinals?
1. Being the world number 1 tennis player and already a finalist in the 2023 ATP Masters, how does it feel to be guaranteed a spot in the 2024 ATP Masters semifinals even before your third group stage match?
2. What challenges do you face playing in front of an Italian crowd, given that you haven’t won a tournament on your home turf yet?
3. How has your experience been competing against world-class players like Taylor Fritz and Daniil Medvedev in the group stages of the ATP Masters?
4. In what ways has winning two Grand Slams this season impacted your confidence and performance leading up to this event?
5. As someone who has shown exceptional skill and consistency over the course of the season, how do you plan to maintain high levels of performance throughout the remainder of the season, including the upcoming Olympic Games?
6. As the second ticket for the semifinals in the Ilie Nastase group is still up for grabs, how do you approach your match against Medvedev knowing that you’ve already secured your spot and he still has a chance to advance?
7. How critical is it to have support from teammates and fans during high-stakes matches like these, and how do you leverage that energy to fuel your performance?
8. Can you comment on the significance of the ATP Masters in terms of its impact on your career trajectory and the overall tennis landscape?
9. What do you think sets you apart from other top tennis players in the world, and how do you continue to evolve your game to stay ahead of the competition?
10. With so many games behind you this season, do you ever find it difficult to manage your physical and mental health while juggling training, traveling, and competing at such a high level? If so, can you share some of your strategies for maintaining balance and well-being?
