Jannik Sinner delivered a commanding performance against Alexander Zverev, winning 6-0, 6-1 in just over an hour to secure his spot in the finals of the Paris Masters. This victory not only propels Sinner closer to reclaiming the world No. 1 ranking but also highlights his impressive indoor winning streak, which now stands at 25 matches.
The match, held on October 28, 2023, at La Défense Arena, saw Sinner quickly establish dominance. The second-seeded player raced to a 5-0 lead within 25 minutes, winning an impressive 90% of his first-serve points. In contrast, Zverev, the defending champion and third seed, managed to win only 47% of his first-serve points during the first set. Sinner converted two of five break points on Zverev’s serve, further showcasing his aggressive play.
Zverev appeared fatigued throughout the match, especially after a grueling quarterfinal against Daniil Medvedev, where he saved two match points to secure victory. Following Sinner’s break for a 2-1 lead in the second set, Zverev showed visible signs of exhaustion, resting with his hands on his knees.
Sinner’s triumph sets the stage for a highly anticipated final against ninth seed Felix Auger-Aliassime, who defeated Alexander Bublik 7-6 (3), 6-4 in the other semifinal. A win for Sinner in the final would see him replace Carlos Alcaraz at the top of the ATP rankings, while Auger-Aliassime needs a victory to clinch the final spot for the season-ending ATP Finals in Turin, Italy.
Sinner aims for his fifth title of the year and the 23rd of his career. The two players have faced each other four times, with their head-to-head record standing at 2-2, though Sinner has won their last two encounters, including a semifinal match at this year’s US Open.
During the semifinal, Auger-Aliassime faced challenges after initially leading Bublik 4-1 in the second set. After losing five consecutive games, he regained his focus, serving his 12th ace to start the final game. A decisive forehand winner at the net secured his first match point, which he converted with another powerful shot, delighting the crowd.
As the tournament approaches its conclusion, the stage is set for an exciting final. Sinner aims to extend his remarkable form, while Auger-Aliassime seeks to capture his fourth title of the season and solidify his place among the elite players heading into the ATP Finals.
