With the first training sessions already underway, Jannik Sinner is approaching the Nitto ATP Finals, which will take place at the Inalpi Arena in Turin from 10 to 17 November. This tournament represents a crucial moment for the young Italian tennis player, eagerly awaited by his fans. However, a surprising piece of news has shaken the tennis scene: Novak Djokovic will not participate in the event due to an injury. The Serbian champion, winner of the last edition of the tournament against Sinner, announced his withdrawal via social media, expressing regret for not being able to defend his title.
Sinner, currently ranked number one in the world, welcomed the public’s interest with two open training sessions at the Circolo della Stampa Sporting in Turin. Two hundred tickets were made available to watch the training sessions, attracting hundreds of fans. During these sessions, Sinner had the opportunity to train with Nikolai Budkov Kjaer and his staff. He will also be at the Grand Opening Show on Friday along with Simone Bolelli and Andrea Vavassori. The tournament will feature the world’s top eight tennis players, including Alexander Zverev, Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev. Australian Alex De Minaur will enter the tournament as a debutant after Djokovic withdrew.
Meanwhile, Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini have struggled in the women’s doubles tournament at the ongoing WTA Finals in Riyadh. After a second-round loss to Canadian-New Zealand pair Gabriela Dabrovski and Erin Routliffe, the Italians must now win on Thursday to have a chance of qualifying for the semifinals. Errani and Paolini expressed regret for not having taken advantage of a match point in their last match. “This is doubles: anything can happen,” Paolini said, suggesting that the mental approach will be key for the next match.
“We need to reset and recharge our batteries,” Errani said of preparing for the upcoming decisive match.
With the ATP Finals in Turin approaching and the WTA Finals underway, fans are turning their attention to how these events will impact the careers of the players involved. Djokovic’s absence adds an extra layer of suspense to the men’s tournament, while the Italian doubles players will look to bounce back in the women’s competition. The next few days promise to be full of excitement and twists on the tennis court.
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