The 10 conclusions from the Cincinnati 2024 tournament

Diego Jiménez Rubio | 20 Aug 2024 | 11.00

Conclusions of the 2024 Cincinnati Tournament. Photo: gettyimages.

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The ATP Masters 1000 Cincinnati 2024 and the WTA 1000 Cincinnati 2024 have been an atypical prelude to the US Open 2024, with unexpected defeats of some favorites, unforeseeable breakthroughs, and two champions who once again showcased their quality and hegemonic position at this moment. Let's analyze what conclusions can be drawn and how they will influence what we will see at Flushing Meadows.

Nothing can be taken for granted in today's tennis, abundant in surprises but also in great figures capable of overcoming difficult challenges. The tournament in Cincinnati will be remembered by all fans for various reasons, but the memory will be eternal for Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, both with a trophy to add to their showcases, providing them with a boost of morale and confidence heading into the US Open 2024. However, there is much more to discuss.

1. Jannik Sinner, the power of confidence, grit, and intangibles

Despite serious hip issues, not displaying his best tennis, and the accumulation of fatigue from a demanding year, Sinner performs as the number 1, winning matches as if it were routine. He always finds solutions, and his confidence keeps rising, as does that competitive intelligence that only true champions possess.

2. Frances Tiafoe and a glimmer of hope

Consistency is not entirely compatible with pure talent and a special character like that of the American, but in this tournament, he has once again proven to others and himself that he has the necessary level to aim for glory when inspired. He fell just short of the title but has regained the rhythm that will make him a contender wherever he goes.

3. Zverev and Rune, green shoots that fail to fully blossom

A good tournament for both, but always with the frustrating feeling that it is not enough to take the definitive step. They need a groundbreaking result in the form of a major title, which eluded them in an event that could boost their confidence for the fourth Grand Slam of the year.

4. Alarming situation for the second tier

The competitive moment being experienced by players like Medvedev, Tsitsipas, and Ruud is truly concerning. They are accumulating losses, showing some apathy and helplessness on the court, and seem far from their best form. They will need to significantly improve if they want to contend for significant achievements in New York.

5. Carlos Alcaraz has the right not to be perfect

Losing an unexpected match, feeling a lack of energy and motivation, or expressing frustration by smashing a racket is not a tragedy. It has been a tough week for the Spaniard, but it is time to regroup and leave what happened as a mere anecdote from which to emerge stronger. Trivializing difficult moments is the first step to emerge with greater strength.

6. Aryna Sabalenka, an untamable beast on fast courts

Unmatched power with control and tactical intelligence is nearly impossible to counter, especially on fast courts like those in Ohio. Sabalenka has showcased all her talents as a tennis player with an impeccable tournament on her part, reaffirming her candidacy for glory at Flushing Meadows.

7. Iga Swiatek and the need to keep progressing

Having a rival capable of causing trouble must prompt a reaction from the Polish player. No one doubts she is the best, but she must continue evolving in her tennis and finding solutions to Sabalenka's opposition on fast courts. She will need to do this now if she wants to have a chance to reign in New York.

8. Jessica Pegula shows her best form once again

A great ambassador for this sport, an indefatigable fighter who may have fewer technical weapons than the world's best but rightfully earns her place in this group with her tactical intelligence. Watching the American regain her top form is excellent news for tennis.

9. Paula Badosa, reasons to be excited

The pre-US Open tour by the Spanish tennis player fills all fans with excitement, seeing once again that tennis that combines aggression with consistency like few can. Her performance in Cincinnati has been outstanding, despite the painful defeat in the semis against Pegula.

10. Mirra Andreeva, closing in on the summit

It feels like sooner rather than later, the young Russian will firmly plant herself among the world's best. Her evolution is as constant as it is meteoric, and the match she played against Swiatek highlights all her virtues and untapped potential. We may be witnessing the rise of a major star.

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