"Sinner survives the heat, himself, and Spizzirri to advance in the Australian Open"

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The 2026 Australian Open provided one of those days destined to be remembered by all spectators. Jannik Sinner sealed his spot in the fourth round after overcoming Eliot Spizzirri in a match as demanding as it was peculiar, marked by a decisive break with a 3-1 deficit in the third set that completely changed the course of the match.

Under temperatures near 35 degrees at the Rod Laver Arena, the world number one had to withstand everything to prevail in four sets (4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4). Amid extreme heat, interruptions, and his own physical discomfort, Sinner managed to pass the test in an almost unthinkable manner to stay alive in Melbourne. He will face Luciano Darderi in the round of 16. 

Extreme heat affected Sinner

The start of the match seemed to be heading towards a relatively calm afternoon for Sinner. The Italian secured an early break to lead 4-2 in the first set, showing authority from the baseline and finding depth with his forehand. However, the script took an unexpected turn. From that moment on, the extreme heat began to take its toll, and Spizzirri, with nothing to lose, increased his aggressiveness. The American won four consecutive games, capitalizing on his opponent's physical decline to close the set at 6-4 and ignite surprise in Melbourne.

Sinner's feelings were not good. Between points, he appeared hunched over, seeking the shade of the court and showing clear signs of discomfort. The second set started with another break in favor of Spizzirri. Nevertheless, the Italian responded with character, immediately recovering the break and finding some stability as the games progressed. Far from his best form, Sinner managed the moment to take the second set 6-3, giving the impression that he had overcome the initial setback. Nothing could be further from the truth. 

A break that will be talked about

The third set became the focal point of the match. Trailing 3-1 with Spizzirri serving, Sinner began to suffer severe cramps. The Italian could barely move: discomfort in the legs, hand, and arm. Obvious suffering that, at several points, raised the possibility of retirement. 

It was then that the new heat rule came into play, allowing the match to be halted for 10 minutes and the stadium roof to be closed. An incredible stroke of luck for the Italian. The match paused for about eight minutes, a break that would completely alter the subsequent development and inevitably generate much discussion.

When the game resumed, Sinner was still far from his best form, but gradually began to regain mobility. Spizzirri, on the other hand, started to feel the moment. The pressure, the historic opportunity, and the interruption worked against him. The Italian, with a very limited yet competitive performance, grew point by point to complete an unthinkable comeback twenty minutes earlier and close the set at 6-4. 

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