Sinner calls for better match scheduling at the Madrid Open after his 20th straight win
Jannik Sinner called for improved match scheduling at the Madrid Open after advancing to the quarterfinals with his 20th consecutive win, citing concerns over late-night matches affecting player recovery. The world No. 1 criticized scheduling that leads to matches ending past 1 a.m., disrupting rest and recovery routines. He emphasized the physical and mental toll on players, especially when facing opponents who had limited rest. Sinner's next opponent, Rafael Jódar, had played a late match the previous night, finishing around 1:15 a.m.
- ▪Jannik Sinner defeated Cameron Norrie 6-2, 7-5 in a morning match to reach the Madrid Open quarterfinals.
- ▪Sinner has now won 20 straight matches on tour and remains the world No. 1.
- ▪He criticized the tournament's night session scheduling, saying it disrupts players' recovery and sleep cycles.
- ▪Rafael Jódar, Sinner's next opponent, finished his previous match at around 1:15 a.m. before playing again the next afternoon.
- ▪The quarterfinal between Sinner and Jódar is scheduled for 4 p.m. local time on Wednesday.
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