Italy’s very own Jannik Sinner has stunned the fans with his victory over Novak Djokovic, propelling Italy into the Davis Cup final against Australia. The semi-final showcased an electrifying performance from both teams, ultimately resulting in a triumphant win for Italy.
During the semi-final match, Serbia initially gained the upper hand when Miomir Kecmanovic secured the first singles rubber against Lorenzo Musetti. However, Sinner’s impressive win over Djokovic brought the tie level, setting the stage for Sinner and Lorenzo Sonego’s victory in the doubles, solidifying Italy’s position in the final against Australia.
The highly anticipated final will be broadcast live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website from 15:00 GMT on Sunday.
The semi-final commenced with a captivating battle between Kecmanovic and Musetti, with Musetti claiming the initial set. However, as the match unfolded, Musetti began to struggle physically, allowing Kecmanovic to dominate the following two sets and secure a lead for Serbia.
In the second singles match, Sinner’s outstanding performance saw him save three match points and secure a win against Djokovic, marking Djokovic’s first defeat in the Davis Cup in 12 years. This victory came on the heels of their recent encounters at the ATP Finals in Turin last week.
The deciding set was filled with top-quality play and drama, with Sinner saving three match points and ultimately triumphing over Djokovic. The tie then moved to the doubles, where Italy comfortably claimed the opening set, leading to their first Davis Cup final appearance in 25 years.
Analyst Russell Fuller hailed the match as historic, underscoring Sinner’s remarkable achievement and Djokovic’s extraordinary record leading up to this event.
The thrilling performance in the semi-final and Sinner’s exceptional triumph over Djokovic have set the stage for an intense final showdown between Italy and Australia. Tennis enthusiasts can witness this highly anticipated final on Sunday.