Jannik Sinner Defeats Rafael Jodar to Reach Madrid Open Semi-Finals
Jannik Sinner ends hopes of fast-rising teenager Rafael Jodar at Madrid Open
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Jannik Sinner defeated rising star Rafael Jodar with a score of 6-2, 7-6 (0) at the Madrid Open, marking Sinner's first semi-final appearance in Madrid. Jodar, a 19-year-old sensation, has had a remarkable clay season, climbing to the top 35 in the world rankings.
- 01Jannik Sinner secured a victory over Rafael Jodar, ending the teenager's impressive run at the Madrid Open.
- 02Sinner's win extends his current streak to 21 consecutive matches.
- 03Rafael Jodar, previously ranked No 687, is set to break into the top 35 following his performance.
- 04The match featured a challenging second set, with Jodar unable to convert five break points.
- 05Sinner will face either Jiri Lehecka or Arthur Fils in the semi-finals.
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Jannik Sinner triumphed over Rafael Jodar in the quarter-finals of the Madrid Open with a score of 6-2, 7-6 (0), marking his first semi-final appearance at this tournament. The Italian, currently ranked No 1 in the world, extended his winning streak to 21 matches. Jodar, a 19-year-old from Spain, has made headlines this clay season, winning his first ATP title in Marrakesh and reaching the semi-finals in Barcelona. He will now rise to the top 35 in the ATP rankings after starting the previous year ranked No 687 while playing college tennis at the University of Virginia. The match was competitive, particularly in the second set where Jodar created five break points but failed to convert any. Sinner will next face either Jiri Lehecka or Arthur Fils in the semi-finals as he continues his pursuit of further titles.
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