Jannik Sinner is set to clash with Francisco Cerundolo in the third round of the Rolex Paris Masters on Thursday at 2 p.m. ET. Historically, Sinner holds a slight edge with a 3-2 record against Cerundolo.
The match will be broadcast on the Tennis Channel, which can also be streamed via DIRECTV, offering a free trial option.
Sinner’s recent form has been promising, as he secured a convincing 6-4, 6-2 victory over Zizou Bergs in the second round. This match was crucial for Sinner in his pursuit to reclaim the world No. 1 ranking from Carlos Alcaraz, who recently lost in the second round to unseeded Cameron Norrie. To regain the top spot, Sinner needs to win the Paris Masters.
Throughout his match against Bergs, Sinner displayed exceptional skill, converting three out of eleven break-point opportunities while maintaining his serve without conceding any breaks. “I was very precise, and I also started off with a break straight away, which gives you a bit more confidence,” Sinner commented after his win. The 24-year-old is aiming for his fifth title of the year and the 23rd of his career.
In round three, he will face Cerundolo, who is also seeking to make a mark in the tournament. Defending champion Alexander Zverev made his way to the third round as well, overcoming Camilo Ugo Carabelli in a closely contested match. Zverev’s strong second serve proved crucial in his victory over Carabelli.
In addition to the matches involving Sinner and Zverev, ninth-seeded Felix Auger-Aliassime displayed remarkable resilience, coming back from a break down in both the second set and the deciding tiebreaker to secure his spot in the next round. He will face unseeded Daniel Altmaier next, who recently ended Casper Ruud’s Turin hopes.
Valentin Vacherot triumphed over cousin Arthur Rinderknech in another thrilling match and will play against Cameron Norrie next. Vacherot’s win adds to an exciting narrative as he continues his successful run following a recent victory at the Shanghai Masters.
As the tournament progresses, fans can look forward to more intense matchups and the potential for unexpected outcomes in the quest for tennis glory in Paris.