Sinner admits physical struggles ahead of Ruud showdown
Jannik Sinner has advanced to the Italian Open final after a challenging semi-final match against Daniil Medvedev. He expressed concerns about his physical condition ahead of facing Casper Ruud in the final. Sinner noted that the match was tough and that he struggled to sleep the night before due to the circumstances.
- ▪Sinner won the semi-final against Medvedev with a score of 6-2, 5-7, 6-4.
- ▪He will compete against Casper Ruud in the final after Ruud's victory over Luciano Darderi.
- ▪Sinner described the semi-final as physically demanding and mentioned difficulties sleeping the night before.
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