The Italian tennis player, No. 4 in the world, is challenging the Russian, who is ranked 15th in the ATP rankings. All live updates
Of the 16 tennis players who reached the round of 16, only one did not lose a set. And Yannick kafirwhich introduces itself with this business card to the hot stage of Australian Open Championship. Opposite the Italian No. 4 in the world, there is the Russian Karen Khachanov, No. 15 in the ATP rankings. There are three precedents, and Yannick has only lost once. In fact, the Russians won The first match of the 2020 US Open, in five groups. That was Sinner's big limitation, his physical stamina in long matches, but he worked hard at it and came a long way. South Tyrol then prevailed in the next two challenges: in Melbourne 1 and in the Masters 1000 in Miami also in 2021.
Sinner's words before the match with Khachanov
“Every time I get on the field I feel good. The next match will be very difficult. We played three times, and they were always difficult matches. Let's see how it goes, but I'm very happy to get on the field again. Thank you to everyone who believes in me and beyond.” ” Challenge between kafir H Khachanov It is scheduled in the field Margaret Court Stadium in Melbourne Starting from 6 Italian hours.
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