Jannik Sinner emerged victorious in a thrilling match against Ben Shelton at the Erste Bank Open in Vienna. The Italian tennis player showcased his skills and determination, defeating Shelton 7-6(2), 7-5 in a one-hour, 44-minute battle. Sinner’s impressive performance allowed him to avenge his previous loss to Shelton in the Shanghai fourth round. Speaking about the match, Sinner acknowledged Shelton’s strong serving and expressed his satisfaction with the win. He also wished Shelton the best for the rest of the season. Sinner will now face his compatriot Lorenzo Sonego in the next round, holding a 3-0 head-to-head advantage over him. In another match, Alexander Zverev continued his winning streak by defeating Cameron Norrie 6-2, 6-4. Zverev’s dominant performance showcased his powerful game, firing 23 winners compared to Norrie’s eight. Zverev will now face either Andrey Rublev or Matteo Arnaldi as he aims for his third ATP Tour crown of 2023. With this victory, Zverev solidified his position in the Pepperstone ATP Live Race To Turin. He is currently in seventh place and striving for his sixth appearance at the Nitto ATP Finals. Zverev has a remarkable record in Vienna, with a 9-1 win-loss ratio and a previous tournament victory in 2021. Despite a challenging start to the season due to an ankle injury, Zverev has shown resilience and determination, amassing a 51-24 record. His return to form has been impressive and he is eager to continue his success.