Jannik Sinner achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Italian champion at the Italian Open since 1976, defeating Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-4 to claim his sixth consecutive ATP Masters 1000 title in Rome. With this victory, Sinner, ranked World No. 1, also completed the Career Golden Masters, a feat previously accomplished only by Novak Djokovic in 2018.
In his post-match interview, Sinner expressed his joy, acknowledging the significance of his win after 50 years since an Italian last claimed the title. Despite facing a challenging match, Sinner’s relentless performance and strategic play secured him his 10th Masters 1000 crown and his first in Rome.
Energized by the support of the crowd, Sinner overcame a slow start to dominate the final with his precise baseline play, ultimately emerging victorious. The Italian player, aged 24, displayed resilience and skill throughout the match, culminating in a well-deserved celebration with his team at the conclusion of the game.
Following a demanding semifinal match against Daniil Medvedev, Sinner’s physical condition had been a subject of concern, but he showcased remarkable fitness and determination in the final against Ruud. The Norwegian player, who had a strong performance leading up to the championship match, commended Sinner for his exceptional achievements this year.
