Sinner Triumphs Over Shelton Secures Spot in Paris Semi-Finals
Jannik Sinner has secured his place in the semi-finals of the Paris Masters after a decisive victory against Ben Shelton. The match concluded in just 70 minutes, with Sinner overcoming a mid-set service drop to ultimately win comfortably.
Sinner Aiming for the Title
After the match, Sinner, the reigning champion of the Australian Open and Wimbledon, expressed his feelings about his performance. He stated, “At the moment I’m not thinking about the ranking. It’s a consequence of how I’m playing.” Sinner acknowledges the significance of reaching the semi-finals in Paris, especially after a long season filled with notable results. “I never take these results for granted,” he added.
Upcoming Matches
Sinner will face Alexander Zverev in the semi-finals. Zverev advanced by defeating Daniil Medvedev in a closely contested match that ended with scores of 2-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7-5).
In another semi-final, Alexander Bublik made headlines by reaching this stage for the first time in a Masters tournament. He triumphed over Alex de Minaur, the sixth seed, winning the match 6-7 (5-7), 6-4, 7-5. This victory brought an emotional moment for Kazakhstan’s number one player.
Bublik’s Next Challenge
Bublik will now meet Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime in the next round. Auger-Aliassime secured his spot by defeating Valentin Vacherot, the Shanghai Masters champion, with an impressive score of 6-2, 6-2.
Summary of Results
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Sinner vs. Shelton | Sinner wins 6-3, 6-4 |
| Zverev vs. Medvedev | Zverev wins 2-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7-5) |
| Bublik vs. de Minaur | Bublik wins 6-7 (5-7), 6-4, 7-5 |
| Auger-Aliassime vs. Vacherot | Auger-Aliassime wins 6-2, 6-2 |
The stage is set for an exciting semi-final round in Paris, with top talents competing for the coveted title.
