Tennis - Title contender Sinner is eliminated in the Wimbledon quarter-finals
A Wimbledon semifinal between Australian Open Champion Jannik Sinner and French Open winner Carlos Alcaraz has been cancelled. The world number one Sinner did not seem to be at his best in the quarterfinals against Russian top player Daniil Medvedev and lost 7:6 (9:7), 4:6, 6:7 (4:7), 6:2, 3:6 after exactly four hours.
Medvedev, the former US Open champion, will face the Spanish title defender Carlos Alcaraz or Tommy Paul from the USA in the semifinals on Friday in Southwest London.
Sinner takes a break
On Centre Court with the roof closed, there was a repeat of the Australian Open final from the start of the season in the round of 16 between Sinner and Medvedev. The number one seed seemed to be feeling unwell. At the beginning of the third set, he called for the physiotherapist after a missed serve and took a medical timeout from the court. More than ten minutes passed before play resumed.
Afterwards, the 22-year-old tried to keep the ball exchanges short and annoyed the six-year older Russian with let balls. At the end of the third set, the top seed returned and tied it up at 5:5, but gave away the third set in the tiebreak. The break in the fifth game decided the outcome.
In Melbourne, Sinner overcame a 0:2 set deficit against Medvedev in the final of his first Grand Slam and celebrated his first Grand Slam title. During the French Open, the South Tyrolean became the new world number one and dethroned Novak Djokovic as the Serbian record Grand Slam winner. His first tournament as world number one was on grass in Halle, Germany.
In Wimbledon, Sinner defeated Yannick Hanfmann from Karlsruhe in the first round. Medvedev was too strong for Jan-Lennard Struff from Saarland in round three.
Sinner's disappointing performance at the French Open final was a stark contrast to his international tennis successes, such as his victory at the Australian Open. Despite being the world's number one player, he struggled in the grass courts of Wimbledon, a renowned Grand Slam tournament held in London, Great Britain.
The French Open champion, Carlos Alcaraz, was set to face Sinner in the semifinals, but Sinner's early exit opened up the opportunity for Medvedev, the former US Open champion from Great Britain, to advance. This sets up an intriguing semifinal match between Medvedev and Alcaraz, two talented tennis players in the draw.
Despite Sinner's absence, the lawn tennis courts of Wimbledon continue to host exciting matches, including the clash between Medvedev and Alcaraz or Tommy Paul from the USA. With their past performances, this could potentially be a thrilling final match.
Although Sinner was unable to defend his title at the French Open, he still holds the prestigious US Open title from his homeland, USA. His journey to the top of the tennis world has been filled with notable achievements, making him a key player to watch in future Grand Slam tournaments.
The international tennis scene is kept alive by the spirited performances of young talents like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz. Their dedication to the sport and competitive spirit have positioned them as prominent figures in the tennis world, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the game.
In the history of tennis, there have been several great players from various countries, including Germany, where Sinner began his professional journey. Wimbledon, in London, is a testament to the global reach of tennis, attracting players and fans from all corners of the world.
The upcoming Wimbledon semifinal between Medvedev and Alcaraz or Paul has the potential to create memorable moments and add more chapters to the rich history of international tennis. Regardless of the outcome, it promises to be an exciting showdown between powerful players with strong characters on the court.
In the backdrop of the world's most prestigious tennis tournaments, players like Sinner, Medvedev, and Alcaraz continue to display their skills and passion for the game, inspiring a new generation of tennis enthusiasts around the world.
