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Denis Shapovalov

Denis Shapovalov pushed Sinner to the limit in today's match. Source: Getty

Shapovalov, on Sinner: "Today I put pressure on him, who knows if another player will be able to do the same"

The Canadian outlined the reasons why he put Jannik in trouble and reflected on his change of mindset in recent months. "I'm getting older, I am more mature."

Jannik Sinner at the US Open 2025. Photo: Getty

Sinner escapes in time from the danger of a 'sleeping giant'

The Italian was able to surpass Denis Shapovalov, but he lost the first set and at times had the match uphill.

Shapovalov warns Sinner: "My name doesn't instill as much fear anymore, but I am in a great moment". Photo: Getty

Shapovalov warns Sinner: "My name no longer strikes as much fear, but I'm in a great moment"

The Canadian knows he no longer dominates his opponents as before, but warns Jannik, his upcoming rival at the US Open, that he is coming into this duel at full speed.

Shapovalov, after falling at home: "The last two times I played in Toronto, I didn't feel comfortable." Photo: Getty Images

Shapovalov, after falling at home: "The last two times I have played in Toronto I have not felt comfortable"

The tennis player, who hasn't won in Canada since 2019, regrets his early elimination at the ATP Toronto after losing to Learner Tien and assures that it was "all mental".

Denis Shapovalov at the Media Day in Toronto. Source: Getty

This was Shapovalov's rescue: "I had become indecisive, I was not going for my shots"

After winning the title in Los Cabos, the Canadian happily landed at the Toronto Masters 1000, where he confirmed his new stage alongside coach Mikael Tillström.

Denis Shapovalov claims the title in Los Cabos. Source: Getty

Shapovalov once again excites

Although it's just an ATP 250 tournament, the Canadian impressed this week in Los Cabos with his best version: "Finally hard work pays off".