Sinner points out what aspect he needs to improve to be a better player

The world number one shares with the world that factor that needs to change to make a leap in quality.

Raquel Bermúdez Rodríguez | 17 Aug 2025 | 00.30
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Jannik Sinner in a press conference after defeating Terence Atmane in the semifinals. Photo: Getty
Jannik Sinner in a press conference after defeating Terence Atmane in the semifinals. Photo: Getty

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Jannik Sinner is just one step away from defending his trophy at the ATP Cincinnati 2025, a tournament that marks his first appearance on this American summer tour after deciding to skip Canada. His recent triumph at Wimbledon was a significant factor in that decision, although the world number one continues to have the same sensations on the court.

Terence Atmane, the great surprise of this American Masters 1000, tried to damage the Italian with his game, but Jannik was able to stand strong, withstand all the attacks from the Frenchman, and counteract to achieve a victory in two sets, securing his spot in the final of the tournament held in Ohio.

Jannik Sinner at ATP Cincinnati 2025.

"I'm always here on my birthday, I'm very happy, it's a very special place," said Jannik about that special date that always coincides with ATP Cincinnati 2025, as he explained in statements to Tennis Channel just a few minutes after winning his semifinal.

His serve

"Today I served in a different way, playing against a lefty is always something different. I tried to mix the service points well. He is also a great returner, moving far back, so I tried to take risks, serve and volley, which is not a usual style, but it's something I have to do if I want to be a better tennis player."

"Perhaps I won the first set thanks to my experience, I was a bit more solid in the tiebreak, and then I was lucky to break in the second set, so I'm very happy with the match."

About Atmane's gift

"I'm not much into pokemon, but I used to play the mobile game where you had to catch them. I had it for like two or three days and then never played again. I chatted a bit with him in the locker room. He has one of the largest collections of pokemon cards, so I feel very lucky that he gave me one. We didn't know each other at all, it was a very nice moment before the match."

Final against Alcaraz or Zverev

"Sascha against Carlos is going to be a great match, I hope it will be, I will watch a bit to see how things go. Whether it's one or the other, my opponent will be very tough. What I want is to play finals, that's where I want to be in tournaments. This year has been amazing, I have had great tournaments."

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