Jannik Sinner reacts after beating Ben Shelton: “There was a lot of tension a cramps”

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@Eurosport Tennis

Jannik Sinner, the world number one, showcased his resilience and skill in a commanding performance against Ben Shelton at the Australian Open. The defending champion secured his spot in the final with a straight-sets victory, 7-6 (2), 6-2, 6-2. Sinner’s journey to the final was not without its challenges, as he faced significant tension and physical strain during the match.

The first set was a nail-biter, with both players displaying exceptional tennis. Shelton, known for his powerful serve, managed to break Sinner early on, but the Italian fought back, forcing a tiebreak. Sinner’s composure and tactical play allowed him to dominate the tiebreak, setting the tone for the rest of the match.

In the second set, Sinner’s confidence grew as he broke Shelton’s serve twice, showcasing his superior baseline play and strategic shot placement. Shelton struggled to keep up with Sinner’s relentless pace and precision, ultimately conceding the set 6-2.

The third set saw Sinner dealing with cramps, a testament to the physical toll of the intense match. Despite this, he maintained his focus and determination, receiving medical treatment during changeovers to manage the discomfort. Sinner’s ability to push through the pain and continue playing at a high level was a key factor in his victory.

After the match, Sinner expressed his relief and satisfaction with his performance. He acknowledged the tension and physical challenges he faced but emphasized the importance of staying mentally strong and focused. Sinner’s victory over Shelton not only secured his place in the final but also demonstrated his resilience and determination as a top-tier athlete.

Sinner at the Australian Open, ranking, and results in 2025

Jannik Sinner

7 - 0win/loss

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7-0
23 year old
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2025 Highlights

Ranked no.1, the Italian achieved an overall 6-0 match record in 2025. Jannik is currently competing at the Australian Open where he defeated the world no.36 Nicolas Jarry 7-6(2) 7-6(5) 6-1, the world no.173 Tristan Schoolkate 4-6 6-4 6-1 6-3, the world no.46 Marcos Giron 6-3 6-4 6-2, the world no.13 Holger Rune 6-3 3-6 6-3 6-2, the world no.8 Alex De Minaur 6-3 6-2 6-1 and the world no.20 Ben Shelton 7-6(2) 6-2 6-2.

Jannik Sinner will compete against the world no.2 Alexander Zverev in the final. Their current head to head is 4-2 for Zverev.

Jannik won 19 titles in his career: 9 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts, 8 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)

He is also scheduled to play in Rotterdam (ABN AMRO Open) on the 3rd of February and Doha (Qatar ExxonMobil Open) on the 17th of February.

Sinner
Australian Open
Sinner's Record
Sinner
Projected
Draw

Ben Shelton in 2025

Ben Shelton

6 - 3win/loss

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5-2
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1-1
22 year old
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2025 Highlights

Ranked world no.20, Ben played his last match on the 24th of January when he was overcome by world no.1 Jannik Sinner 7-6(2) 6-2 6-2 in the semifinal of the Australian Open (draw).

This season the American owns a compiled 5-2 record. Ben Shelton’s latest run at the Australian Open was the best achievement of his season.

He is also scheduled to play in Dallas (Dallas Open). The main draw will start on the 3rd of February.

Shelton
Australian Open
Shelton's Record

Jannik Sinner and Ben Shelton played each other 6 times. Their actual record is 5-1 for Sinner.