Jannik Sinner landed the Grand Slam title he has long promised with an extraordinary fightback to beat Daniil Medvedev in the Australian Open final.
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Australian Open 2024 Result :
Jannik Sinner staged an impressive comeback from a two-set deficit to defeat Russia’s Daniil Medvedev 3-6 3-6 6-4 6-4 6-3 in an exhilarating five-set final, securing the men’s Australian Open title on Sunday. This victory marks a historic moment as Sinner becomes the first Italian man to win a grand slam since 1976.
The 22-year-old’s exceptional performance throughout the tournament culminated in this thrilling final. Notably, he had previously defeated world No. 1 Novak Djokovic in the semifinals, setting the stage for his debut grand slam final appearance and ultimately clinching his maiden major title.
Italy’s rising star, Sinner, aged 22, found himself trailing by two sets before mounting a remarkable comeback to clinch victory in his debut major final, with a final scoreline of 3-6 3-6 6-4 6-4 6-3.
Initially struggling to match the pace set by the Russian opponent, Sinner gradually asserted his dominance as the match progressed, ultimately seizing control.
This defeat adds to Medvedev’s string of disappointments in major finals, reminiscent of his loss after squandering a two-set lead against Rafael Nadal in the 2022 final.
Sinner’s journey to the title match included a notable victory over the 10-time champion Novak Djokovic in the semifinals, setting the stage for his breakthrough moment on the grand slam stage.
The culmination of nearly four hours of intense battle saw Sinner fulfill the promise of his talent, securing his maiden Grand Slam triumph with an epic display.
Medvedev’s Major final woes continue, with this marking his fifth defeat in six attempts, including consecutive losses to Djokovic and Nadal in previous editions at Melbourne Park.
Sinner’s victory was punctuated by a sublime forehand winner, followed by jubilant celebrations on the court, while Medvedev, though visibly disappointed, displayed sportsmanship by offering his congratulations.
Despite the bitter disappointment, Medvedev acknowledged the significance of reaching the final and vowed to redouble his efforts for future opportunities, expressing a determination to bounce back stronger.
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