Jannik Sinner défend son titre à Montréal

Sinner discusses potential rule change for tennis scheduling

Jannik Sinner recently debated whether tennis authorities should consider adjusting the rule of scheduling to allow players to play only one match per day. This discussion arose following his participation in the 2024 Canada Open in Montreal.

Sinner’s performance at the Canada Open

Jannik Sinner, the defending champion at the Canada Open, was the top seed at the tournament in Montreal. He faced eventual finalist Andrey Rublev in a grueling match, where he appeared to be struggling physically. Sinner attributed his physical difficulties to his lack of game time after Wimbledon, rather than a recurring hip injury.

Despite his coach’s advice to consult the physio, Sinner persevered through the match but ultimately lost to Rublev. He highlighted the challenges of playing two matches in a day due to schedule disruptions caused by rain during the tournament.

Sinner’s perspective on the issue

During his post-match interview, Sinner expressed his belief that players must adapt to schedule changes caused by weather delays. He emphasized that such disruptions are part and parcel of the sport and that there is no preferential treatment for any player in such situations.

The 22-year-old acknowledged the positive aspect of fans being able to watch top players multiple times in a day when matches are rescheduled. He maintained a pragmatic attitude towards the challenges posed by such situations.

Future plans for Sinner

Despite his loss to Rublev at the Canada Open, Sinner’s ranking remained unaffected. He is set to compete in the upcoming Cincinnati Open, where he could potentially face his rival Alcaraz. Alcaraz, who recently won a silver medal at the Paris Olympics, is also making his return to the court.

As the current World No. 1, Sinner is gearing up for the final Grand Slam of the season and aims to maintain his top spot after the US Open. His fans eagerly await his performance in the upcoming tournaments.

Source : tennis-infinity.com