7th-seed Italian star Jannik Sinner has made it to the Canadian Open final, where he will be facing Alex de Minaur from Australia. The 21-year-old is one of the most promising young players in the world and is tipped to be one of the top players in the game once the Big Three hang up their rackets.
As the tennis world expects a fierce clash in the final, it is bound to put added pressure on the current World No. 8. Jannik, however, is determined to rise to the challenge.
Jannik Sinner talks about fan pressure before the Canadian Open final
Jannik Sinner advanced to his second final of the year after finishing second earlier this year in Miami. Given the current men’s rankings, it is no wonder that Jannik Sinner is considered the favorite going into the Canadian Open final.
However, it looks like the added pressure is a bonus for Jannik, and he is determined to leave his mark in the final. Speaking to the press, Jannik said:
“Yeah.. pressure is something great. When you feel pressure, it’s something positive. It’s a privilege. Not many players have that. It’s great to be in a final. Hopefully, I’ll show some great tennis.”
Jannik Sinner was asked if he likes being the favorite going into the final:
“Yeah.. pressure is something great. When you feel pressure, it’s something positive. It’s a privilege. Not many players have that. It’s great to be in a final. Hopefully I’ll show some great tennis” ❤️ pic.twitter.com/CTVY77KiFO
— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) August 13, 2023
Jannik Sinner’s road to Canadian Open final
Jannik Sinner survived and overcame a slugfest against Tommy Paul in order to advance to the final. Jannik duked it out against the American in a game that ended 6-4, 6-4, with one particular rally going on for 46 shots!
The Italian had a rougher time in the quarterfinal against Gael Monfils, with Jannik losing the second set to the 36-year-old Frenchman. The match ended 6-4, 4-6, 6-3 for Jannik.
Jannik’s first game in the tournament against his fellow countryman, Matteo Berrettini, wasn’t a breeze, but it wasn’t particularly difficult either. The 21-year-old won two straight sets against Berrettini, winning the game 6-4, 6-3.
The Canadian Open final will take place later tonight at 8 p.m. GMT. Who will you be rooting for? Don’t forget to let us know in the comments section.
