Sinner Defeats Shelton to Secure Paris Semi-Final Spot

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Sinner Defeats Shelton to Secure Paris Semi-Final Spot

Jannik Sinner secured his place in the semi-finals of the Paris Masters with a victory over Ben Shelton. The match lasted just 70 minutes, showcasing Sinner’s dominant performance. Despite dropping his serve in the second set, he quickly regained control to seal the match.

Sinner Reflects on His Performance

After the match, Sinner, the Australian Open and Wimbledon champion, emphasized the significance of reaching the semi-finals in Paris. “It means a lot,” he stated, highlighting the long season filled with impressive results. He noted that the rankings are not his primary focus at the moment; rather, he is concentrating on maintaining his level of play.

Upcoming Matches

Sinner’s next challenge will be against Alexander Zverev, who advanced to the semi-finals after defeating Daniil Medvedev. Zverev recovered from a set down, winning with a scoreline of 2-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7-5).

Another notable semi-finalist is Alexander Bublik, appearing in a Masters semi-final for the first time. Bublik triumphed over Alex de Minaur with a score of 6-7 (5-7), 6-4, 7-5. This victory generated emotional scenes, as it marked a significant milestone for Kazakhstan’s top player.

Other Semi-Final Matchup

Bublik will face Felix Auger-Aliassime in the semi-finals. The ninth seed successfully ended the run of Shanghai Masters champion Valentin Vacherot, winning with a convincing score of 6-2, 6-2.