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Experts Worry Over Sinner's Physical State
29 Jan
Summary
- Sinner exhibited signs of distress and heavy breathing during his quarter-final match.
- Experts, including Jim Courier and Lleyton Hewitt, voiced concerns about his condition.
- He previously battled cramps in extreme heat during a third-round match.
Concerns are growing among tennis experts regarding Jannik Sinner's physical well-being as he aims for a third consecutive Australian Open title. Noted commentators like Jim Courier and Lleyton Hewitt observed Sinner exhibiting signs of distress and heavy breathing during his recent quarter-final victory. These observations are particularly concerning given Sinner's prior experience with severe cramps during a third-round match played in intense heat, which nearly led to his elimination.
Sinner himself has acknowledged experiencing physical struggles, adopting a cautious, day-by-day approach to his recovery. Despite these challenges, he expressed a sense of increasing strength and confidence. He is now set to face Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals. Djokovic advanced after his opponent, Lorenzo Musetti, retired due to an injury.
This semi-final clash features two of the top four players remaining, with Carlos Alcaraz set to play Alexander Zverev in the other match. Sinner is aware of the formidable challenge posed by Djokovic, especially given the Serbian's remarkable record in Australia, but remains focused on delivering a strong performance.
