Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner delivered a powerful performance against Casper Ruud, securing a convincing 6-1, 6-2 victory in Turin. Sinner's aggressive style and exceptional shot-making, particularly his signature two-handed backhand, overwhelmed Ruud. The win was met with enthusiastic cheers from the home crowd, including former athletes Giorgio Chiellini and Massimiliano Allegri.
It was hard not to feel the love from Italian fans cheering and singing along to encourage their countryman Jannik Sinner .It was hard not to feel the love from Italian fans cheering and singing along to encourage their countryman Jannik Sinner . Image: EPA/Sander Koning
Also in attendance were former World Cup winner Giorgio Chiellini, and former Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri, championing their compatriot. At the post-match press conference, Ruud reflected on the loss, describing how it felt to be on a receiving end of that intensity.He also acknowledged that his serve was under par, and that Sinner played exceptionally in both offensive and defensive approaches.“Jannik hits a faster ball than Novak. He doesn’t let you breathe. With Novak you can play rallies.
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