On an exhilarating day at the China Open, Jannik Sinner advanced to the semifinals after defeating Czech player Jiří Lehečka.
Sinner Makes Semifinals
Jannik Sinner showcased his talent at the China Open in Beijing, advancing to the semifinals after a strong performance against Czech player Jiří Lehečka. Sinner dominated the first set, winning 6-2, and fought through a tense second set that concluded in a thrilling tie-break, where he triumphed 7-6 (8-6). This victory marked Sinner’s impressive 58th win of the year, highlighting his status as the top-ranked player.
Linette Dominates Paolini
In contrast, Jasmine Paolini faced a challenging match against Poland’s Magda Linette, who eliminated her with a decisive score of 6-4, 6-0. Paolini struggled to regain momentum after falling behind early, ultimately losing without securing a set.
Medvedev Eliminates Cobolli
Flavio Cobolli also exited the tournament, unable to overcome Russian Daniil Medvedev, who claimed victory with a score of 6-2, 6-4. Medvedev will now face Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz in the semifinals. Despite the early exits for Paolini and Cobolli, Sinner’s progression highlights the potential for a thrilling conclusion to the tournament.