Jannik Sinner is brutally honest about Medvedev and Tsistipas’ losses

The losses of Daniil Medvedev and Stefanos Tsitsipas in the 2nd round of the Canadian Open did not dampen the mood of Jannik Sinner, who said he was happy to be back on the court in singles after missing the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The defense of his title in Canada got off to a great start for the Italian, thanks to a win over Borna Coric.

Great with the return, offering only one opportunity on serve throughout the entire match: the ATP no.1 can be quite satisfied with the level he expressed in his debut at the ATP Masters 1000 in Montreal. A level that he wants to gradually raise to get to the US Open in the desired shape.

Sinner, at the press conference, was asked to express his point of view on the premature eliminations of Daniil Medvedev and Stefanos Tsitsipas.

“I’m very happy to be back on the court. It was a tough match for sure, but I served quite well and returned quite well in the important moments and in the games where I managed to break it. So it’s a very positive start. It’s not easy to play in these conditions, sometimes there’s a bit of wind and the ball flies. It’s difficult to find the rhythm. Obviously it’s the first time since Miami that we’ve played on hard court, this is also a factor.

The first match is always tough. I was lucky to play a couple of doubles matches, they helped me find the right feeling. For the rest, I don’t look at who lost or won. I’m focused on myself, on my game and on the things. I have to do to improve. I think this is the most important thing for me,” he said.

Sinner finally praised the Italian tennis movement, trying to list some of the qualities that allow Italian players to grow and be protagonists.

“As I have always said, we are lucky: we have many Junior tournaments, Futures, many Challengers. Potentially they offer young players the chance to receive a wild card…