Jannik Sinner is gearing up for a highly anticipated final clash against Carlos Alcaraz at the 2024 China Open, a rivalry that has captivated tennis fans all year. With Alcaraz fresh off a dominant 7-5, 6-3 victory over Daniil Medvedev, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown between two of the sport’s brightest young stars.
Alcaraz, who has won eight consecutive matches since his surprising US Open exit, was quick to acknowledge the challenges ahead. “I think we both started the match pretty well,” Alcaraz said after defeating Medvedev. He admitted to briefly losing focus during the first set but was pleased with his ability to regain control and finish strong. “Once you are one set up, it’s a little bit easier, playing with more confidence.”
Meanwhile, Sinner, currently ranked World No. 1, continued his impressive form with a 6-3, 7-6(3) win over Chinese wildcard Bu Yunchaokete. Despite the ongoing doping case against him, with WADA appealing his clearance, Sinner remains focused on his game. “It’s going to be a tough match,” he said of facing Alcaraz. “We know each other very well, but every match is different. I’m happy to be in the final.”
This will be their tenth meeting, with Alcaraz leading their head-to-head 5-4 after winning both encounters in 2024, including a memorable five-set semi-final at the French Open. However, Sinner defeated Alcaraz in this same tournament’s semi-final last year, making this clash all the more intriguing.
Miles Maclagan, Andy Murray’s former coach, weighed in on the matchup, stating, “Sinner may be more consistent, but Alcaraz’s best level may be better overall.” He praised Alcaraz’s athleticism, attitude, and shot selection, suggesting the Spaniard has an edge in their rivalry. “We are talking at the very highest level, and Alcaraz is becoming accustomed to competing there.”
As both players look to claim another major title, Sinner and Alcaraz will aim to bring their best to this high-stakes final, setting the stage for yet another unforgettable chapter in their growing rivalry.
Sinner in Beijing, ranking, and results in 2024
Now ranked no.1, Jannik has managed to achieve a compiled 59-5 record in 2024. The Italian is now playing in Beijing where he ousted the world no.28 Nicolas Jarry 4-6 6-3 6-1
, the world no.69 Roman Safiullin 3-6 6-2 6-3, the world no.37 Jiri Lehecka 6-2 7-6(6) and the world no.96 Bu Yunchaokete 6-3 7-6(3).Jannik Sinner will face the world no.3 Carlos Alcaraz in the final on Wednesday at 5:00 pm on CAPITAL GROUP DIAMOND. Their current record is 6-4 for Alcaraz.
Jannik conquered 6 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati and U.S. Open.
Sinner won 17 titles in his career: 8 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts, 7 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
He is also scheduled to play in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters). The main draw will start on the 28th of October.
Alcaraz in Beijing, ranking, and results in 2024
Ranked world no.3, Alcaraz has managed to achieve a compiled 47-9 win-loss record in 2024. Carlos is participating in Beijing where he bested the world no.51 Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard 6-4 6-4, the world no.39 Tallon Griekspoor 6-1 6-2, the world no.27 Karen Khachanov 7-5 6-2 and the world no.5 Daniil Medvedev 7-5 6-3.
Carlos Alcaraz will fight against the world no.358 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . They have never competed against each other up to now in top competitions.
Alcaraz clinched 3 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open and Wimbledon. The Spaniard reached the final in Paris (Olympics).
Alcaraz won 16 titles in his career: 4 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz played each other 10 times. Their head to head is 6-4 for Alcaraz. Before, the last time they played, Carlos Alcaraz won 2-6 6-3 3-6 6-4 6-3 in the semifinal in Paris (French Open) on the 7th of June 2024.
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