Italian sensation Jannik Sinner, currently ranked as the world No. 4 in tennis, acknowledges the significance of defeating formidable opponents on a major stage as he sets his sights on the ATP Finals title in Turin.
Sinner has displayed an impressive track record in recent encounters, securing victories in nine of his last eleven matches against players within the Top 20 rankings. Notably, he has triumphed in his last four matches against qualifiers for the ATP Finals this year.
The 22-year-old’s confidence received a significant boost in 2023. He claimed the ATP Masters 1000 title in Toronto in August and followed it up with a victory in Beijing, where he defeated the likes of Daniil Medvedev and Carlos Alcaraz back-to-back. In the same month, Sinner repeated the feat in Vienna by defeating Medvedev and Andrey Rublev.
Speaking about the importance of confidence in tennis, Sinner emphasized that it’s something that cannot be bought but must be earned. He explained, “When you feeling confident, it’s always a little bit easier to play, but you have to gain the confidence. It’s not that you can buy it. It’s a very important part. Obviously [it builds up] the more matches you win, but also against what kind of players you win is important. So, the Beijing wins were very important.”
Sinner’s journey to success has not been without its challenges, particularly against specific opponents. Notably, his head-to-head record against Daniil Medvedev was trailing 4-3 before his breakthrough victory in Beijing. Despite past losses, Sinner emphasized the importance of approaching each match with a fresh mindset, regardless of past encounters. He stressed the need to be mentally prepared for the day and not to dwell on previous results.
In the case of his victory over Medvedev, Sinner attributed it to both tactical adjustments and mental readiness. He altered his game strategy, a shift he believed was essential to secure the win. Sinner explained, “I think it was more [about] tennis than the mental side because I changed up my game a little bit against him. Before, I was not feeling ready to do it, and practicing every day in the right way. I tried to make it happen. I did it, but obviously it is also mental because you also have to be ready to do it in the match. So, I think it’s a mix of tennis and also the mental side.”
Jannik Sinner’s journey in 2023 showcases the importance of not only mental fortitude but also strategic adaptability in the competitive world of professional tennis. As he competes at the ATP Finals, his experiences and newfound confidence will play a crucial role in his pursuit of the coveted title.
Jannik Sinner in 2023
WWWWWWWLWW Now the world no.4 (career-high), Sinner played his last match on the 1st of November when he beat world no.41 Mackenzie Mcdonald 6-7(6) 7-5 6-1 in the 2nd round in Paris (draw).
This season Jannik achieved a composed 57-14 record. Jannik has won 4 titles in 2023 in Montpellier, Toronto, Beijing and Vienna. Jannik got to the final in Rotterdam and Miami.
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