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There are many reasons why a player can be number 1 in the world, and Jannik Sinner has been firmly displaying his credentials all year. In the semifinal clash of the US Open 2024 against Jack Draper, he showed his composure in critical moments, an inexhaustible array of technical and tactical resources, as well as remarkable mental strength. The final result was 7-5 7-6 (3) 6-2 in favor of the Italian.

There are many ways to win, and over the course of such a long season, only the best in the world are capable of exploring all of them. Jannik Sinner has become one of those players full of intangible champion qualities, able to survive on difficult days, win on normal days, and shine in moments of inspiration. All paths seem to lead to a natural ease in victory, whether through physical, mental, or tennis wear. This was evident at the US Open 2024 against a Jack Draper who found himself pleading for mercy after over two hours of spectacular tennis. 

From the early stages of the first set, it was clear that the Italian would have to display exceptional tennis to assert his favoritism. Draper came out determined to set the pace of the match, playing with high intensity and showing aggressiveness at all times.

He confidently approached the net whenever there was an opportunity and hit powerful drives, forcing Sinner into a counterpunching position where the Italian felt uncomfortable. Jannik made a breakthrough with 3-3, but then got broken back. It was in the eleventh game, after a scare from his opponent's skirmishes on his serve, when the genius from San Candido stepped up a gear and achieved the coveted and decisive break.

- Draper displayed stellar play, but faced an unflappable Sinner

The physical demands of the match were almost as high as the prevailing heat and humidity in New York, leading to Draper vomiting on court. Both players began to feel the effects of these conditions in the second set, where they showcased their best performances. Vibrant baseline exchanges, masterful changes of pace by the Briton to unsettle Sinner, miraculous recoveries from the Italian when under pressure, and efficient attacks when taking the initiative.

The Italian created four break points through persistence and solid baseline play, while Draper held on by executing miraculous volleys whenever he had the chance to approach the net. The best tennis moments of the match, with a scare for Sinner in the form of a fall and discomfort in his left wrist, led to a tiebreak where experience in big stages prevailed, along with the wisdom gained from winning major titles. Sinner was superior and delivered the final blow.

- Sinner ended the match with 43 winners and 34 unforced errors

Draper's accumulated fatigue was immense after an immense effort that did not yield the expected, and perhaps deserved, rewards. The third set was a foregone conclusion for the Briton, who fought bravely to stay level on the scoreboard but ultimately succumbed to the solidity of Jannik Sinner, who minimized his errors in an impressive manner. The final blow came in the sixth game in the form of a break, propelling the Italian freely towards the final of the US Open 2024, awaiting a challenger for glory.

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