Sinner Shines in Turin as He Dominates Auger-Aliassime at ATP Finals
In front of a roaring home crowd in Turin, Jannik Sinner once again proved why he’s one of the brightest stars in world tennis. His opening match at the ATP Finals against Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime turned into a confident showcase of precision, control, and emotional poise — the kind of performance that makes fans believe they’re witnessing something special.
The evening started on a light-hearted note — Sinner accidentally bumped his head with his racket after missing a shot, then smiled when the giant screen showed his good friend Lorenzo Sonego among the 13,000 ecstatic spectators inside the Inalpi Arena. His girlfriend, Laila Hasanovic, had also flown in to support him, making it feel very much like a homecoming. And yet, despite the personal warmth surrounding him, Sinner maintained that trademark coolness he’s known for — the quiet focus of a champion.
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From the very beginning, Sinner’s serve was firing on all cylinders. He won a remarkable 100% of points on his first serve in the opening set — a stat that tells you everything about his dominance. Auger-Aliassime fought bravely and managed to stay close early on, but the turning point came late in the first set when he appeared to strain his left calf. The injury clearly limited his movement, and though he pushed on valiantly, it was clear he was playing at half his strength.
Sinner, meanwhile, didn’t lose focus for a moment. He took the first set 7-5, converting his third set point after some tense rallies. From that moment on, the match was completely in his hands. The second set became more of a formality as the Italian raced ahead, breaking serve twice and sealing the set 6-1 in just over an hour and a half. His only minor blemish was a single double fault, but it hardly mattered in the face of such commanding play.
What stood out beyond the scoreline was Sinner’s balance — calm yet expressive, focused yet clearly enjoying himself. Before the match, he had dinner with Filippo Volandri, Italy’s Davis Cup captain, underscoring that his priorities remain in sync with the bigger goals ahead. The crowd chanted his name — “Olè olè olè, Sinner, Sinner!” — as the hometown hero delivered exactly what they came to see: poise, precision, and a sense of purpose.
Now, Sinner looks ahead to his next challenge — a mouthwatering showdown against Germany’s Alexander Zverev. It’ll be the clash of two big hitters, but given how effortlessly the Italian brushed aside his first opponent, it’s clear he’s arrived in Turin not just to play, but to defend his crown with confidence.
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