Jannik Sinner delivered a historic moment for Italian tennis by clinching the ATP Finals title in his hometown of Turin. The victory, achieved with a 6-4, 6-4 win over Taylor Fritz, marked Sinner as the first Italian to lift the prestigious season-ending trophy.
However, the post-match presentation turned into an emotional spectacle as Sinner struggled to find words amid thunderous cheers from the crowd. Fans serenaded their hero with chants of *”Ole, ole, ole, ole… Sinner, Sinner!”* filling the Pala Alpitour arena.
Visibly moved by the overwhelming support, Sinner paused multiple times during his speech, his gratitude shining through. “This is not just my victory; it’s for all of you,” he said, his voice breaking. “Hearing you chant my name like this is a moment I’ll never forget.”
Ole, ole ole ole… SINNER, SINNER 🗣️🇮🇹@janniksin #NittoATPFinals pic.twitter.com/jhcTDWweVl
— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) November 17, 2024
The 23-year-old’s triumph capped an incredible season, solidifying his position as the world number one. For Italian fans, it was a night to remember as their local hero made history on home soil.
Jannik Sinner in 2024
Currently the world no.1, Jannik played his last match on the 17th of November when he beat world no.4 Taylor Fritz 6-4 6-4 in the final in the Nitto ATP Finals to win his 19th career title.
This year Jannik achieved an overall 70-6 record. Sinner conquered 8 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open, Shanghai and the Nitto ATP Finals. Jannik was the finalist in Beijing.
Jannik Sinner in 2024
Currently the world no.1, Sinner played his last match on the 17th of November when he overcame world no.4 Taylor Fritz 6-4 6-4 in the final in the Nitto ATP Finals to win his 19th career title.
During this season the Italian owns a compiled 70-6 record. The Italian has won 8 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open, Shanghai and the Nitto ATP Finals. Jannik was the runner-up in Beijing.