Montreal, August 13, 2023 – Italian seventh seed Jannik Sinner showcased his remarkable prowess as he clinched his inaugural Masters 1000 title with a commanding victory of 6-4, 6-1 against Australian Alex de Minaur in the Canadian Open final on Sunday.
Sinner, who previously reached the Masters 1000 finals at the Miami Open in 2021 and earlier this year, emerged triumphant in a display of dominance. Breaking De Minaur on five occasions while thwarting four out of four break points, Sinner’s strategic prowess shone through, elevating him to the pinnacle of his career.
The 21-year-old Italian, fresh off a semi-final run at Wimbledon last month, attributed his success to his adeptness in navigating high-pressure situations. In his post-match on-court interview, Sinner remarked, “I am getting used to difficult situations. I was a break up a couple of times and he broke back but I tried to stay calm mentally. I was prepared for a long battle.”
Drawing upon his experience, Sinner’s resilience was on full display as he maintained a composed demeanor throughout. He emphasized his focus on staying aggressive and adapting his gameplay, a tactic that paid dividends in the match.
Sinner’s superior form was evident from the beginning, with his confident execution of powerful shots and calculated risks setting the tone. De Minaur, on the other hand, struggled to find winners in the face of Sinner’s tactical play.
In the tightly contested opening set, the two friends exchanged breaks before Sinner closed out the frame with a love break. The momentum continued to shift in Sinner’s favor in the second set. Notably, he secured a consolidated break to surge ahead 4-1, followed by another break, ultimately sealing the victory with a service hold.
Sinner’s masterful performance underlined his dominance, as he extended his undefeated record to 5-0 against De Minaur. Reflecting on the significance of his achievement, Sinner remarked, “It means a lot. When you work hard, such a result can help you, and in your mind, it makes you feel like you are doing the right things with your team. I am happy to share this with all the people who are close to me every day.”
With this landmark victory, Jannik Sinner cements his position as a rising star in the tennis world, marking a remarkable milestone in his journey to the top echelons of the sport.
