Jannik Sinner, the question of strength and the annoying appointment

First question: What about Jannik Sinner's powers? After After more than three hours of play, the strains of the Sesto native in the semi-finals - just like his opponent Karen Khachanov - were clearly noticeable. The legs became heavier and the pauses between points became longer. That Sinner on Friday due to the Corona chaos played two games, contributed the rest. However, at the age of 19, the South Tyrolean is likely to be able to cope with the marathon program. Not least because he has Claudio Zimaglia, one of the most renowned physiotherapists in the tennis circus, at his side.

Second question: How are Stefano Travaglia's nerves? The 29-year-old only made it into the top 2019 in July 100, has only won 18 matches on the ATP tour (Sinner is at 30), but is currently in the form of his life. After the quarterfinals at the first tournament of the year in Antalya, the man from Ascoli is now in a final for the first time, which he secured with a smooth 6:3, 6:4 win in the semifinals against Thiago Monteiro (ATP 83). The fact that he didn't need 90 minutes speaks for the Italian in the final, even though he prefers clay courts.

At the end of his strength: Jannik Sinner © APA/afp / PAUL CROCK

Third question: Why was Sinner's match at the Australian Open against Denis Shapovalov scheduled for Monday? Simple answer: Because the youngster was drawn into the top half. Nevertheless, this raises some questions.

On the one hand, because perfect physical condition is essential in a Grand Slam game over five sets. On the other hand, because Sinner is essentially being punished for reaching the final of the preparation tournament. For exactly this reason, stars like Naomi Osaka, Victoria Azarenka and Serena Williams forfeited early on in the preparatory tournaments. In contrast to the highly decorated athletes mentioned above, Sinner cannot and does not want to miss the chance to win his second ATP title. Therefore, it cannot be assumed that this fact is present in the back of Sinner's mind.

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Jannik Sinner, the question of strength and the annoying appointment

Jannik Sinner has the chance to win his second ATP title at the Great Ocean Road Open on Sunday night. Before the eagerly awaited match (4 a.m. CET) against Stefano Travaglia, three questions arise.

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