HALLE (Germany), June 24 — Jannik Sinner is primed for a Wimbledon title tilt after picking up his first grasscourt trophy at Halle yesterday and the Italian said he is more...
Italy's Jannik Sinner celebrates with the trophy after winning the final against Poland's Hubert Hurkacz at the OWL Arena in Halle, Germany June 23, 2024. — Reuters picHALLE , June 24 — Jannik Sinner is primed for a Wimbledon title tilt after picking up his first grasscourt trophy at Halle yesterday and the Italian said he is more confident on the surface heading into the Grand Slam that begins next week.
The 22-year-old became the eighth man since the ATP rankings were first published in 1973 to win his first tournament as the world number one after beating doubles partner Hubert Hurkacz 7-6 7-6 in Germany. “I’m looking forward to it . Last year I made the semi-finals, I played some good tennis. Let’s see what’s coming this year,” said Sinner, who won his maiden Grand Slam title at the Australian Open this year.
“I’m more confident for sure. And on this surface, obviously the grass might be a bit different from here and Wimbledon. But I have one week now to prepare for it, so hopefully it’s going to be a good tournament.”It was not all good news for Sinner, however, as his girlfriend Anna Kalinskaya was beaten 6-7 6-4 7-6 by Jessica Pegula in the Berlin final.
“My girlfriend Anna played in Berlin. She lost, with six match points. I’m very sorry for her,” said Sinner.
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