Defending champion Jannik Sinner celebrated his twenty fourth birthday by reserving a spot within the closing of the Cincinnati Open.
The world No 1 beat the event’s shock package deal Terence Atmane in straight units, 7-6 6-2, to assert his two hundredth ATP Tour victory on a tough court docket, and his twenty sixth straight victory on the floor.
The Italian didn’t face a single break level all through the semi-final conflict securing his place within the event showpiece after one hour and 26 minutes on court docket.
“It was a really robust problem,” mentioned Sinner. “Each time you play towards one thing fully new, it is tough, however enjoying towards this man within the later phases of a event is much more tough.
“The strain is increased and you already know they should be there. He has overwhelmed unbelievable gamers all through his wins.
“I knew that I needed to be very cautious, and my mindset was in a great place. I felt like I dealt with the conditions on the court docket very nicely.”
Acquainted foe Carlos Alcaraz or Alexander Zverev will await Sinner in Monday’s closing.
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