Jannik Sinner Reaches First US Open Final in Straight Sets, Will Face Taylor Fritz

Sep 6, 2024, 11:20 PM

Jannik Sinner has advanced to his first US Open final after defeating Jack Draper in a challenging semi-final match. Sinner won in straight sets, 7-5, 7-6(3), 6-2, overcoming a physically demanding contest that saw both players needing medical attention. Draper, who vomited multiple times on the court due to anxiety and illness, fought hard but ultimately could not prevail against the World No. 1. Sinner, who also sustained a wrist injury during the match, managed to maintain his composure and secure the victory. The Italian player, who is the first Italian man to reach the US Open singles final, will face Taylor Fritz in the final, who triumphed over Frances Tiafoe in a five-set thriller, 4-6, 7-5, 4-6, 6-4, 6-1. This marks the first time in 18 years that an American player has reached the US Open final.