On Thursday, Jannik Sinner achieved a significant milestone by securing his 50th victory of the year, advancing to the third round of the US Open. This impressive win highlights Sinner’s remarkable consistency and form throughout the season, as he continues to make waves in the tournament and solidify his position as a top contender.
World number one Jannik Sinner continued his stellar form by defeating American Alex Michelsen, ranked 49th, with a commanding score of 6-4, 6-0, 6-2. This victory not only marks Sinner’s 50th win of the year but also propels him into the US Open’s last 32 for the fourth consecutive year.
His 50th win of the year impressive performance underscores his dominance and consistency on the court in New York.
The 23-year-old Italian had already defeated his Californian rival just two weeks ago in Cincinnati and he repeated that outcome for his 30th hard court victory of 2024.
Sinner unleashed 28 winners and broke serve eight times, demonstrating his aggressive play and exceptional precision. His dominant performance was key to securing a decisive victory and advancing further in the tournament.
“He’s a very tough opponent. We played with each other in Cincinnati. I knew what to expect, he knew what to expect a little,” said Sinner.
Following his recent success, Sinner secured his fifth title of the season at the Cincinnati Masters. This triumph further underscores his remarkable performance and resilience throughout the year’s competitive matches.
A day later it was revealed that Sinner had escaped a ban despite twice testing positive for an anabolic agent in March, authorities accepting his explanation that the result was the result of contamination.
He is set to compete against Australia’s Christopher O’Connell for a coveted spot in the last 16. This upcoming match will be crucial in determining his continued progress in the tournament.