World No. 2 Jannik Sinner secured a spot in the Miami Open quarterfinals by defeating Alex Michelsen 7-5, 7-6(4). Sinner aims to achieve the prestigious ‘Sunshine Double’ with this victory.
The 24-year-old Italian is only the third man to reach the quarterfinals in his first five appearances at the Miami Open, joining Yannick Noah and Stefan Edberg. Sinner, the Indian Wells champion, overcame a 2-5 deficit in the second set to clinch a one-hour, 42-minute victory.
Sinner expressed satisfaction with his performance, crediting his serve for its crucial role in the match. He emphasized the need to enhance his play from the baseline to progress further in the tournament. The Italian looks forward to utilizing the upcoming day off for practice to maintain his momentum.
Having won his last 28 matches against American opponents, Sinner remains optimistic about his form. He reflected on the challenging match against Michelsen, acknowledging the tough competition. Sinner’s next opponent will be determined as he continues his quest for success at the Miami Open.
