ATP Finals: Auger-Aliassime Falls to Sinner in Straight Sets
In a recent match at the ATP Finals held in Turin, Félix Auger-Aliassime faced Jannik Sinner in a challenging encounter. Auger-Aliassime struggled with a left calf issue, ultimately losing in straight sets, 7-5, 6-1.
Match Highlights
- Date: November 10
- Location: Inalpi Arena, Turin
- First Set: Sinner won 7-5
- Second Set: Sinner won 6-1
Auger-Aliassime started strong but faced difficulties towards the end of the first set. Serving at 5-6, he began displaying signs of discomfort, struggling to move and holding his calf. Despite this setback, Sinner, ranked number one globally and the defending champion, took full advantage of the situation.
Player Reactions
After the match, Auger-Aliassime expressed respect for Sinner’s performance, stating, “He was simply better than me today.” He downplayed the severity of his injury and looked forward to his upcoming match against Ben Shelton.
Sinner acknowledged the challenging nature of the match but highlighted his satisfaction with winning the opener in the tournament format. “It was important to win the first match,” he noted. He also offered well wishes to Auger-Aliassime for a speedy recovery.
Upcoming Matches
Félix Auger-Aliassime is set to face Ben Shelton in his next preliminary match. Meanwhile, Alexander Zverev, who also won his opening match against Shelton, continues to lead in the Bjorn Borg group alongside Sinner.
Performance Comparison
| Player | First Set As | Second Set As |
|---|---|---|
| Félix Auger-Aliassime | 8 | 1 |
| Jannik Sinner | 3 | 5 |
Overall, Auger-Aliassime’s journey continues in the ATP Finals, where he aims to recover and perform at his best in future matches.
