High-seed Jannik Sinner cruised by means of the semifinals, dropping solely seven video games to Italian compatriot Lorenzo Musetti.
Printed On 4 Sep 2025
Defending champion Jannik Sinner continued his ruthless run on the US Open by beating tenth seed Lorenzo Musetti 6-1 6-4 6-2 on Wednesday within the first all-Italian males’s Grand Slam quarterfinal.
The world primary, who additionally holds the Australian Open trophy, prolonged his hardcourt profitable streak to 26 matches and can tackle Canadian twenty fifth seed Felix Auger-Aliassime within the semifinal on Friday.
“It was an excellent efficiency, I used to be very stable, I began effectively … It’s almost midnight, so thanks all for staying,” Sinner informed the gang.
“Clearly, we all know one another effectively,” he mentioned of Musetti.
“We’re from the identical nation, there are such a lot of Italians within the draw. Many Italians right here so it’s good to play right here. Taking part in Davis Cup collectively and stuff however it’s a must to take the friendship away for the match. Once we shake arms, every thing is ok.
“It’s superb, I’m certain that again residence some Italians will not be sleeping. It’s a particular nation and we’ve got superb assist.”
Sinner’s thunderous hitting from the phrase go helped him take a 5-0 lead, and whereas the loudest applause of the night got here when Musetti obtained on the board, that was the one pleasure he had within the opening set.
Musetti briefly threatened to interrupt early within the second, however Sinner staved off his problem to double his benefit, earlier than easing by means of the following set and ending it with a clear maintain.
“Each participant within the semifinals of a Grand Slam is enjoying superb tennis,” Sinner added.
“It’s a really particular event. The final Grand Slam of the 12 months. There’s no higher place to play an evening match right here, on the largest stadium we’ve got, with a tremendous crowd.
“It means lots to me.”
