In a thrilling display of skill and determination, top-seeded Jannik Sinner extended his winning streak against Alex de Minaur, securing his spot in the China Open final. Sinner, currently ranked second in the world, showcased his resilience in a hard-fought match, prevailing with a score of 6-4, 3-6, 6-2. This victory marks Sinner’s ninth consecutive final appearance in hard-court tournaments, an impressive feat for the talented Italian.
Reflecting on his performance, Sinner remarked, “I felt like the level was very high,” acknowledging the intensity of the rallies and the opportunities both players had during the match. His victory was characterized by a series of powerful forehands that ultimately tipped the scales in his favor.
Awaiting Sinner in the final is 19-year-old American Learner Tien, who achieved a breakthrough moment by reaching his first tour final. Tien advanced after Daniil Medvedev was forced to retire from their match due to injury, after leading for most of it. Medvedev’s mobility was hampered, likely a result of muscle cramps, which led to him receiving a warning from the umpire for not putting forth his best effort.
While the men’s event progresses, the women’s competition in Beijing also saw notable performances. American sensation Coco Gauff has advanced to the quarterfinals after defeating Switzerland’s Belinda Bencic. In a gripping match, Gauff rallied back, securing a 4-6, 7-6 (4), 6-2 victory. This win improved Gauff’s record against Bencic to 4-2, underscoring her growing prowess on the international stage. Gauff, the second seed, continues to display remarkable form, building on her successes from earlier in the year, including a victory against Bencic at the Australian Open.
As both tournaments in Beijing progress, fans are eagerly anticipating the final matchups, which promise to deliver high-caliber tennis and showcase the emerging talents ready to make their mark on the global stage.