Cincinnati Open: Jannik Sinner by to ultimate after beating Terence Atmane in straight units

Defending champion Jannik Sinner celebrated his twenty fourth birthday by reserving a spot within the ultimate of the Cincinnati Open.

The world No 1 beat the match’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 match showpiece after one hour and 26 minutes on court docket.

“It was a really powerful problem,” mentioned Sinner. “Each time you play towards one thing fully new, it is troublesome, however enjoying towards this man within the later levels of a match is much more troublesome.

“The strain is larger and they should be there. He has overwhelmed unimaginable gamers all through his wins.

“I knew that I needed to be very cautious, and my mindset was in a great spot. I felt like I dealt with the conditions on the court docket very properly.”

Acquainted foe Carlos Alcaraz or Alexander Zverev will await Sinner in Monday’s ultimate.

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